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one-day course
smallholding |
This one day smallholding course is run by Pauline Shannon of Deanbank.
We will try to cram in as much useful information as we can about setting up and running a smallholding, touching on the key aspects of poultry, pig, sheep and cattle keeping, plus small-scale arable. The course will provide an overview and look at livestock breeds, practical requirements and a few anecdotes to make sure you get the most from a smallholding.
The course covers:
- getting started: what you need to think about first - how? why? where? etc.
- animal husbandry
- fencing and housing
- fruit and vegetable production on a small scale, plus the possibility of growing fodder crops
- legislation and paperwork
This introductory smallholding course will give you a taste of what is involved in setting up your own smallholding and help you decide if this is a realistic option for you. It will give you an idea of the things you have to think about before you start, and the confidence to go for it.
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arrive: |
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for a 10am prompt start |
depart: |
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the course finishes at 5pm |
directions: |
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click here for
a map and directions to Gorgie City Farm |
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pen and notebook; packed lunch (if you're not using
the cafe) |
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you have any special needs |
price: |
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£60
Refundable up to two weeks prior to course (minus £30
admin fee)
No refunds for cancellations within two weeks of course |
lunch: |
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bring
a packed lunch or you can get lunch at the cafe |
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