Gloucestershire Grassland Society

05/10/2026

Where's the Carbon? Optimising Farm Storage and Gaining Recognition. Join us on Weds 14th October 8pm to explore how on farm storage can support climate action and how farms can gain recognition for the carbon they already hold.
David Ball, Lead Environment Specialist at AHDB, will share the latest findings from their Baselining Pilot, including where carbon is stored on farms, why measuring and recognising carbon stocks matters and which practical approaches could increase sequestration.
With first round results now available, this is a timely opportunity to learn how farming, including livestock production, can contribute to net zero.
📅 Weds 14th October
🕰️ 7.45 for 8pm start
📍Anchor Inn, Epney
See you there!

05/10/2026

🐄 CALF CONVENTION 2026! 🐄

Our second speaker ..............

Have you booked your ticket yet?
ring 01666823035

📍 Hartpury
🕙 10am–2:30pm
🎟️ £17.50 + VAT
🎓 £15 + VAT for students, YFC and Women in Dairy members

We hope to see you there! 🐄

30/09/2026

Congratulations Bryony! Gloucestershire Grassland Society is looking forward to hearing from you in our winter programme!

16/09/2026

🐄 CALF MEETING 🐄

📅 24th September
📍 Puxton Court Farm, Weston-super-Mare
Join our vets and guest speakers from:
• Virbac
• TBA Ltd
• SCCL
• Balchem
• Trouw Nutrition

Get the latest advice on calf health, nutrition, performance and youngstock management, with plenty of opportunities to ask questions and network with other farmers.

Free to attend- Register now using the QR code, visit forms.cloud.microsoft/e/ENRv8qMh6h, or give the office a ring.
Open to both clients and non clients.
Tag someone who shouldn’t miss this👇

16/09/2026

Day trip to Devon anyone? Should be an interesting day out! https://www.tickettailor.com/events/britishgrasslandsociety/2348854

We've just over a month to go for our Autumn Farm Walk, kindly hosted by the Munday family at Town Barton Farm, Devon. Have you booked your ticket yet?

26/07/2026

This month's sponsorship shout out is for Parsons farm supplies!
They specialise in dairy farming products and work closely with leading manufacturers in the sector. They endeavour to keep costs competitive and provide technical support to help farms make cost effective purchasing decisions.
An independent company, offering a personal service built around each customer's needs.
We are very grateful for your continued support - thanks Ed Parsons and the team at Parsons Farm Supplies!

23/06/2026

What a fantastic visit we had to Hopes Ash Farm nr Ross on Wye this morning! Thanks so much to Harry Davies who led us round and told us about the family business. The 250 ha mixed farm with dairy, beef finishers, broiler chickens, arable and some c***r fruit was impressive. We enjoyed seeing the cows and robots, AD plant, young stock and slurry store. Many of the group went on to enjoy a bite to eat at the Weston Cross inn after. A grand day out! Thanks to Bryan, Jean, Robert, Rachel & Harry for taking the time to host our summer visit. ☀️🐄

19/06/2026

This month's sponsorship appreciation is for The George Farm Vets. Founded in 1948, The George has long supported dairy, beef and sheep farms with high quality service and specialist advice.
Based in Malmesbury, their team of 18 farm vets and 4 approved TB testers and veterinary technicians provide 24 hour service across Wiltshire, Gloucestershire and Bristol.
As an independent,RCVS accredited practice, they maintain full commercial and professional freedom while upholding their key values of respect, compassion, progression, care, sustainability and integrity.
Many thanks for your continued support!

09/06/2026

Don't forget the BGS summer meeting is coming up next month...

BGS Summer Meeting 2026 – Poldean Farm, Moffat & Bankhead Farm (Dalswinton Estate), Dumfries, Tue 7 Jul 2026 - This year the BGS Summer Meeting will take place as a single day event on Tuesday 7th July 2026. The event will be hosted jointly by the East of Scotland and South West Scotland Grassland...

27/05/2026

This month's sponsorship shout out is for Mole Valley Farmers, who provide the agricultural industry with quality products backed by expertise and experience. As agricultural suppliers and equipment merchants, they provide tools, equipment and supplies to help farmers keep their farms running smoothly.
Since 1960, they have worked to continuously improve their products and services to meet the changing needs of the industry. Their range includes animal feed, farming supplies, pet supplies and heating fuels from trusted brands including their own.
We are also grateful to their local nutritionist, Molly Watkins, who has sampled and judged our grass silages and presented the winning one with our coveted Silage Cup!🏆. So many thanks for all your support!