Action for the River Kennet, North Wessex Downs, Kings, FWAG SE and Catchment Sensitive Farming, working together, would like to invite you to a morning event at Wexcombe looking at cover crops and blackgrass….

Come and view the cover crop demonstration plots and hear about the latest in cover crop biology, agronomy and technology, to help you to grow cover crops successfully on your farm. Your guides round the plots will be George Hosier (host farmer), Lee Ward (Kings) and Tim Clarke (FWAG SE)

Cover cropping is increasing in popularity on farms in the UK and has the potential to bring multiple benefits in terms of soil health and water quality. But might there be some trade-offs in terms of grass-weed control?

Dr Stephen Moss, recognised expert on blackgrass, will be giving advice on successful long-term control strategies including the importance of cover crops.

Tuesday 12th February 2018, 09:00 – 13:00

P T Hosier & Son, Wexcombe Manor Farm, Wexcombe, Marlborough SN8 3SQ

09:00 – 09:30 Arrival at Wexcombe Manor Farm: registration, coffee and biscuits

09:30 – 10:00 Introduction & welcome: Tim Clarke (FWAG SE) and George Hosier (host)

10:00 – 11:00 Tour of cover crop plots: George Hosier, Tim Clarke and Lee Ward (Kings)

11:00 – 12:00 Integrated control of blackgrass including the value of cover crops:

Dr Stephen Moss

12:00 - 12:30 Chaired discussion

12:30 - 13:00 Lunch and depart

CPD: Basis 4 points (2 Crop Protection, 2 Environment) and NRoSO 1 point

For further information contact Tim Clarke on 07713 333196 or helen.theobald@fwagsoutheast.co.uk