Rushes & Grassland & Croft Improvement
Overview
Does your croft have rush infested grassland?
Do you have waterlogged, acid soils?
This event is targeted at crofters who are looking of ways to improve long-term grazing of rush infested land. The day will cover what is needed to address waterlogged, acid soil conditions including:
Soil type and analysis
Reseeding
Liming
Drainage
Rush management
Grazing management
The timing of these operations.
There will also be discussion on grants and Agri-Environment options with a range of speakers and experts, looking at practical issues in the field.
Speakers:
Siobhan Macdonald, SAC Consulting
Willie Budge, SAC Consulting
Gillian McKnight, SAC Consulting Conservation Specialist
Lunch will be provided at the hall.
Free transport available from Assynt to Achiltibuie.
Contact
Siobhan Macdonald
Phone
Location
Coigach Community Hall , Achiltibuie IV26 2YG