Introduction to Holistic Planned Grazing

This course is suitable as an introduction to the basics for farmers interested in exploring the benefits of an holistic approach to grazing management as well as for those already practicing managed grazing who want to make improvements.

You’ll leave this course having learned about:

• Grazing with nature for maximum zero input, output and profit
• Managing grass and the potential of the system
• Recording, planning and monitoring made simple
• Introduction to grass-fed genetics
• Eco system processes

The ticket price includes refreshments in the morning and afternoon, together with a delicious lunch at the award-winning FarmED Cafe. 

Speaker

Rob Havard is a cattle farmer and professionally qualified ecologist. He runs Phepson Angus – a regenerative farming based pedigree Aberdeen Angus herd, selling bulls and females to other grass based farmers and breeders. Rob was an early adopter of holistic management and regenerative grazing techniques and has offered training and consultancy in this field since 2014. Rob is also a 2022 Nuffield Scholar who produced his report on,  ‘Evaluation of beef cattle selection methods for profitability in grass-fed production systems’.

​Rob's main focus is on the marriage of productivity and ecological gain. As a hands-on farmer he speaks from experience, as he integrates planned grazing on the 1000+ acres of diverse pasture he grazes with his herds. Using grazing techniques that are based on recreating natural processes allows Rob to grow fitter cattle for less money while leaving the land in a better state than when he found it. 

Tiered Pricing

Delivery of our mission is a collective effort and our values embrace inclusivity and diversity. We don’t want price to be a barrier to anyone visiting FarmED or attending our events. Read more about our tiered pricing policy here.

North East Cotswolds Farmer Cluster & Cherwell Farmers Group

We can offer discounted tickets to NECFC and Cherwell Farmers Group members, please email matt@farm-ed.co.uk for a discount code.

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Cancellation Policy

We understand that there may be times when you need to cancel your booking. Our cancellation policy is outlined here.