Farm Wildlife
@farmwildlifeuk.bsky.social
A simple recipe of 6 key actions for farm wildlife. Developed & supported by conservation & farming partners.
Advice, info & on-farm demonstration - www.farmwildlife.info
Advice, info & on-farm demonstration - www.farmwildlife.info
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Let's chat bats in sustainable farming!
The @batconservation.bsky.social National Bat Conference takes place 11-13 Sept, with a workshop (in-person & online) for farmers. Share ideas and thoughts on pragmatic approaches to benefit farming and bats.
More info here: www.bats.org.uk/our-work/con...
The @batconservation.bsky.social National Bat Conference takes place 11-13 Sept, with a workshop (in-person & online) for farmers. Share ideas and thoughts on pragmatic approaches to benefit farming and bats.
More info here: www.bats.org.uk/our-work/con...
Workshops - National Bat Conference - Bat Conservation Trust
We are pleased to be able to make a limited number of workshops optionally available to virtual attendees. If attendees want to attend, they will be abl...
www.bats.org.uk
September 7, 2026 at 9:48 AM
Let's chat bats in sustainable farming!
The @batconservation.bsky.social National Bat Conference takes place 11-13 Sept, with a workshop (in-person & online) for farmers. Share ideas and thoughts on pragmatic approaches to benefit farming and bats.
More info here: www.bats.org.uk/our-work/con...
The @batconservation.bsky.social National Bat Conference takes place 11-13 Sept, with a workshop (in-person & online) for farmers. Share ideas and thoughts on pragmatic approaches to benefit farming and bats.
More info here: www.bats.org.uk/our-work/con...
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What benefits can #hedgerows deliver for farm businesses, especially in livestock systems?
Managing hedgerows well helps the economic viability of farm businesses. Megan Gimber from People’s Trust for Endangered Species talks to James Robinson of Strickley Farm, Cumbria.
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Managing hedgerows well helps the economic viability of farm businesses. Megan Gimber from People’s Trust for Endangered Species talks to James Robinson of Strickley Farm, Cumbria.
youtu.be/ICccfUSXm6A?...
Farm Business Benefits of Hedgerows
YouTube video by Friends of the Lake District
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August 26, 2026 at 9:34 AM
What benefits can #hedgerows deliver for farm businesses, especially in livestock systems?
Managing hedgerows well helps the economic viability of farm businesses. Megan Gimber from People’s Trust for Endangered Species talks to James Robinson of Strickley Farm, Cumbria.
youtu.be/ICccfUSXm6A?...
Managing hedgerows well helps the economic viability of farm businesses. Megan Gimber from People’s Trust for Endangered Species talks to James Robinson of Strickley Farm, Cumbria.
youtu.be/ICccfUSXm6A?...
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#DYK the Common pipistrelle is so small it can fit into a matchbox?! But don't let its size fool you. They can easily eat 3000 insects per night!
Their #NatureChampion is Clare Adamson MSP @clareadamsonmsp.bsky.social in collaboration with The Bat Conservation Trust @batconservation.bsky.social
Their #NatureChampion is Clare Adamson MSP @clareadamsonmsp.bsky.social in collaboration with The Bat Conservation Trust @batconservation.bsky.social
August 24, 2026 at 12:23 PM
#DYK the Common pipistrelle is so small it can fit into a matchbox?! But don't let its size fool you. They can easily eat 3000 insects per night!
Their #NatureChampion is Clare Adamson MSP @clareadamsonmsp.bsky.social in collaboration with The Bat Conservation Trust @batconservation.bsky.social
Their #NatureChampion is Clare Adamson MSP @clareadamsonmsp.bsky.social in collaboration with The Bat Conservation Trust @batconservation.bsky.social
Barn owls have had a bumper summer in County Fermanagh, with 10 chicks recorded across two sites.
@nffn.bsky.social @ulsterwildlife.bsky.social @rspbni.bsky.social
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
@nffn.bsky.social @ulsterwildlife.bsky.social @rspbni.bsky.social
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Fermanagh barn owl success raises hopes for rare bird
Ten chicks have been successfully reared by two breeding pairs at secret sites across Fermanagh.
www.bbc.co.uk
August 26, 2026 at 10:16 AM
Barn owls have had a bumper summer in County Fermanagh, with 10 chicks recorded across two sites.
@nffn.bsky.social @ulsterwildlife.bsky.social @rspbni.bsky.social
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
@nffn.bsky.social @ulsterwildlife.bsky.social @rspbni.bsky.social
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
🌼Summer Species Focus 🌼
Within the first few months of summer, you can expect to witness Briar (Dog) Roses in full bloom. This pretty, pink flower is a vigorous, commonplace shrub that can be found in hedgerows and woodland edges.
Within the first few months of summer, you can expect to witness Briar (Dog) Roses in full bloom. This pretty, pink flower is a vigorous, commonplace shrub that can be found in hedgerows and woodland edges.
May 29, 2026 at 12:43 PM
🌼Summer Species Focus 🌼
Within the first few months of summer, you can expect to witness Briar (Dog) Roses in full bloom. This pretty, pink flower is a vigorous, commonplace shrub that can be found in hedgerows and woodland edges.
Within the first few months of summer, you can expect to witness Briar (Dog) Roses in full bloom. This pretty, pink flower is a vigorous, commonplace shrub that can be found in hedgerows and woodland edges.
🪺NOW BREEDING🪺
Nightingales are now returning to the UK from Africa to breed over summer. The beautiful song of these night-singers have been known to inspire compositions by artists such as Beethoven and can be experienced in the woodland and scrub of southern and eastern England.
Nightingales are now returning to the UK from Africa to breed over summer. The beautiful song of these night-singers have been known to inspire compositions by artists such as Beethoven and can be experienced in the woodland and scrub of southern and eastern England.
May 13, 2026 at 1:28 PM
🪺NOW BREEDING🪺
Nightingales are now returning to the UK from Africa to breed over summer. The beautiful song of these night-singers have been known to inspire compositions by artists such as Beethoven and can be experienced in the woodland and scrub of southern and eastern England.
Nightingales are now returning to the UK from Africa to breed over summer. The beautiful song of these night-singers have been known to inspire compositions by artists such as Beethoven and can be experienced in the woodland and scrub of southern and eastern England.
The Pasqueflower, Pulsatilla vulgaris or "common quiverer" belongs to the buttercup family and typically blooms around Easter. It is the county flower of both Herts and Cambs, eagerly blooming between the two counties on the well-drained chalky soil of Therfield Heath, a SSSI.
April 20, 2026 at 3:21 PM
The Pasqueflower, Pulsatilla vulgaris or "common quiverer" belongs to the buttercup family and typically blooms around Easter. It is the county flower of both Herts and Cambs, eagerly blooming between the two counties on the well-drained chalky soil of Therfield Heath, a SSSI.
❗Early Spring Arrival Alert❗
Bumblebees are buzzing across the UK and are crucial agricultural pollinators. To maximise their chances of survival throughout their flight season, a continuous supply of nectar is vital and can be provided by plants flowering from late March such as bluebells.
Bumblebees are buzzing across the UK and are crucial agricultural pollinators. To maximise their chances of survival throughout their flight season, a continuous supply of nectar is vital and can be provided by plants flowering from late March such as bluebells.
March 31, 2026 at 2:36 PM
❗Early Spring Arrival Alert❗
Bumblebees are buzzing across the UK and are crucial agricultural pollinators. To maximise their chances of survival throughout their flight season, a continuous supply of nectar is vital and can be provided by plants flowering from late March such as bluebells.
Bumblebees are buzzing across the UK and are crucial agricultural pollinators. To maximise their chances of survival throughout their flight season, a continuous supply of nectar is vital and can be provided by plants flowering from late March such as bluebells.
The Nature of Scotland Awards are on the hunt for Scotland’s farmers & crofters that champion nature - producing food alongside protecting our climate, soils and wildlife.
@naturescotawards.bsky.social
Applications for this year's Awards are now open until 26 May:
bit.ly/natureofscot...
@naturescotawards.bsky.social
Applications for this year's Awards are now open until 26 May:
bit.ly/natureofscot...
Nature of Scotland Awards
The Nature of Scotland Awards recognise the very best in Scottish nature conservation.
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March 18, 2026 at 11:29 AM
The Nature of Scotland Awards are on the hunt for Scotland’s farmers & crofters that champion nature - producing food alongside protecting our climate, soils and wildlife.
@naturescotawards.bsky.social
Applications for this year's Awards are now open until 26 May:
bit.ly/natureofscot...
@naturescotawards.bsky.social
Applications for this year's Awards are now open until 26 May:
bit.ly/natureofscot...
The Minotaur beetle, primarily found in heathlands and unimproved pastures, play a crucial role in maintaining healthy ecosystems by burying dung, which aerates the soil and adds organic material. This improves soil structure, enhances water retention and provides essential nutrients for plants.
February 27, 2026 at 8:49 PM
The Minotaur beetle, primarily found in heathlands and unimproved pastures, play a crucial role in maintaining healthy ecosystems by burying dung, which aerates the soil and adds organic material. This improves soil structure, enhances water retention and provides essential nutrients for plants.
Are you keeping dry this winter?
Wet weather is not only an iconic characteristic of Great Britain but is great for survival and reproduction in Grey Field Slugs. Hatchlings can cause significant damage to crops but can be managed by preserving their natural enemy habitat.
Wet weather is not only an iconic characteristic of Great Britain but is great for survival and reproduction in Grey Field Slugs. Hatchlings can cause significant damage to crops but can be managed by preserving their natural enemy habitat.
January 30, 2026 at 5:02 PM
Are you keeping dry this winter?
Wet weather is not only an iconic characteristic of Great Britain but is great for survival and reproduction in Grey Field Slugs. Hatchlings can cause significant damage to crops but can be managed by preserving their natural enemy habitat.
Wet weather is not only an iconic characteristic of Great Britain but is great for survival and reproduction in Grey Field Slugs. Hatchlings can cause significant damage to crops but can be managed by preserving their natural enemy habitat.
📗New from @agricology.bsky.social: Rotations for Field Vegetables – Technical Guide
Experience-led, practical advice on using #croprotations to manage soil fertility, weeds, pests & disease in field veg systems.🍅
🔗 Access the free Guide: ow.ly/hiAR50Y5jVS
Experience-led, practical advice on using #croprotations to manage soil fertility, weeds, pests & disease in field veg systems.🍅
🔗 Access the free Guide: ow.ly/hiAR50Y5jVS
January 30, 2026 at 10:07 AM
📗New from @agricology.bsky.social: Rotations for Field Vegetables – Technical Guide
Experience-led, practical advice on using #croprotations to manage soil fertility, weeds, pests & disease in field veg systems.🍅
🔗 Access the free Guide: ow.ly/hiAR50Y5jVS
Experience-led, practical advice on using #croprotations to manage soil fertility, weeds, pests & disease in field veg systems.🍅
🔗 Access the free Guide: ow.ly/hiAR50Y5jVS
Lots of our partners contributing to the conversations around resilient, productive and nature-friendly farming this week - whether you're in Oxford or following online, it promises to be an interesting couple of days #ORFC26 #OFC26
January 7, 2026 at 5:36 PM
If you're not in Oxford for the conferences, @the-wildlifetrusts.bsky.social are streaming their Wild LIVE discussion 'Can we afford nature-friendly food?' this evening at 6pm.
Register here to join Wild LIVE: www.wildlifetrusts.org/events/2026-...
@nffn.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social
Register here to join Wild LIVE: www.wildlifetrusts.org/events/2026-...
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Wild LIVE: Can we afford nature-friendly food? | The Wildlife Trusts
During Wild LIVE we discuss some of the really important issues of the moment relating to wildlife and the natural world. Each episode we're joined by fantastic guests who share their thoughts and exp...
www.wildlifetrusts.org
January 7, 2026 at 2:50 PM
If you're not in Oxford for the conferences, @the-wildlifetrusts.bsky.social are streaming their Wild LIVE discussion 'Can we afford nature-friendly food?' this evening at 6pm.
Register here to join Wild LIVE: www.wildlifetrusts.org/events/2026-...
@nffn.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social
Register here to join Wild LIVE: www.wildlifetrusts.org/events/2026-...
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"County Down’s farms demonstrate that productive agriculture and thriving wildlife can go hand in hand."
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RSPB NI and Farmers working together to protect farmland birds
This year’s farmland bird surveys across County Down have revealed encouraging results for several key species, thanks to the continued efforts of RSPB NI, local farmers, and a dedicated team of volun...
www.rspb.org.uk
November 26, 2025 at 9:47 AM
"County Down’s farms demonstrate that productive agriculture and thriving wildlife can go hand in hand."
www.rspb.org.uk/northern-ire...
@nffn.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social @rspbni.bsky.social
www.rspb.org.uk/northern-ire...
@nffn.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social @rspbni.bsky.social
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The huge biodiversity gains from restoring farm #ponds. Major evidence coming in from studies at our Heydon restored pondscape, Norfolk, eastern England @tonyjuniper.bsky.social @fwageast.bsky.social @farmwildlifeuk.bsky.social @brecksfarmerswn.bsky.social @norfolknats.bsky.social @epcn.bsky.social
How do you get a 120% increase in wetland plants in the farmed landscape & massively increase water beetle diversity too? The answer is restore farm ponds by scrub & sediment removal - key is to go in hard & make a big impact. See new paper: share.google/VVowsJzqHdPT...
October 23, 2025 at 6:58 PM
The huge biodiversity gains from restoring farm #ponds. Major evidence coming in from studies at our Heydon restored pondscape, Norfolk, eastern England @tonyjuniper.bsky.social @fwageast.bsky.social @farmwildlifeuk.bsky.social @brecksfarmerswn.bsky.social @norfolknats.bsky.social @epcn.bsky.social
As COP30 – the UN’s annual conference on climate change – comes to a close, our friends @rspb.bsky.social shine a light on UK farmers working with nature to address and adapt to climate change.
@nffn.bsky.social @fairtonaturefarmer.bsky.social
www.rspb.org.uk/whats-happen...
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Farmers on the frontline: tackling climate change with nature-friendly farming
www.rspb.org.uk
November 21, 2025 at 9:47 AM
As COP30 – the UN’s annual conference on climate change – comes to a close, our friends @rspb.bsky.social shine a light on UK farmers working with nature to address and adapt to climate change.
@nffn.bsky.social @fairtonaturefarmer.bsky.social
www.rspb.org.uk/whats-happen...
@nffn.bsky.social @fairtonaturefarmer.bsky.social
www.rspb.org.uk/whats-happen...
If you're keen to know more about the birds on your farm and how to help them there are only a few days left to register for a 2026 farmland bird survey with our partners @rspb.bsky.social
The @rspb.bsky.social is offering discounted farmland bird surveys (£150 + VAT) to farmers. Local volunteers survey your land and provide a tailored report - perfect for agri-environment applications.
📝 Register by 24 Oct 👉https://www.nffn.org.uk/news/discover-the-birds-on-your-farm
📝 Register by 24 Oct 👉https://www.nffn.org.uk/news/discover-the-birds-on-your-farm
October 20, 2025 at 9:19 AM
If you're keen to know more about the birds on your farm and how to help them there are only a few days left to register for a 2026 farmland bird survey with our partners @rspb.bsky.social
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🎙️ Scotland’s first Nature Friendly Farming Summit explored how working with nature can build resilience in farming. Hear from Denise Walton, Matt Griffin & David McKay on the key takeaways and what’s next for Scotland’s farmers.
🎧 https://8point9.com/scaling-nature-friendly-farming-in-scotland/
🎧 https://8point9.com/scaling-nature-friendly-farming-in-scotland/
October 20, 2025 at 6:30 AM
🎙️ Scotland’s first Nature Friendly Farming Summit explored how working with nature can build resilience in farming. Hear from Denise Walton, Matt Griffin & David McKay on the key takeaways and what’s next for Scotland’s farmers.
🎧 https://8point9.com/scaling-nature-friendly-farming-in-scotland/
🎧 https://8point9.com/scaling-nature-friendly-farming-in-scotland/
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🍄🟫FREE online waxcap training course🍄🟫
Whether you’re a beginner, regular citizen scientist for #WaxcapWatch, a land manager or simply someone who loves learning about nature - our free fungi course is for you. 🍄
Take your waxcap knowledge to the next level 👉 https://loom.ly/-W0_R_4
Whether you’re a beginner, regular citizen scientist for #WaxcapWatch, a land manager or simply someone who loves learning about nature - our free fungi course is for you. 🍄
Take your waxcap knowledge to the next level 👉 https://loom.ly/-W0_R_4
October 10, 2025 at 10:10 AM
🍄🟫FREE online waxcap training course🍄🟫
Whether you’re a beginner, regular citizen scientist for #WaxcapWatch, a land manager or simply someone who loves learning about nature - our free fungi course is for you. 🍄
Take your waxcap knowledge to the next level 👉 https://loom.ly/-W0_R_4
Whether you’re a beginner, regular citizen scientist for #WaxcapWatch, a land manager or simply someone who loves learning about nature - our free fungi course is for you. 🍄
Take your waxcap knowledge to the next level 👉 https://loom.ly/-W0_R_4
Want to know more about the birds on your farm?
A bird survey from our partners @rspb.bsky.social could help by:
- Identifying bird species
- Providing tailored, practical advice on habitat management to support them
Registration for 2026 is open, but not for much longer!
tinyurl.com/3x9k762v
A bird survey from our partners @rspb.bsky.social could help by:
- Identifying bird species
- Providing tailored, practical advice on habitat management to support them
Registration for 2026 is open, but not for much longer!
tinyurl.com/3x9k762v
October 6, 2025 at 8:28 AM
Want to know more about the birds on your farm?
A bird survey from our partners @rspb.bsky.social could help by:
- Identifying bird species
- Providing tailored, practical advice on habitat management to support them
Registration for 2026 is open, but not for much longer!
tinyurl.com/3x9k762v
A bird survey from our partners @rspb.bsky.social could help by:
- Identifying bird species
- Providing tailored, practical advice on habitat management to support them
Registration for 2026 is open, but not for much longer!
tinyurl.com/3x9k762v
Red admirals can hang around until as late as Nov - some will even remain for the winter. In Sept they are still happily on the wing.
Hedgerow & fallen fruit is a great source of food during the autumn. Leaving ivy to flower also provides a good source of nectar when little else is flowering
📷RSPB
Hedgerow & fallen fruit is a great source of food during the autumn. Leaving ivy to flower also provides a good source of nectar when little else is flowering
📷RSPB
September 3, 2025 at 1:21 PM
Red admirals can hang around until as late as Nov - some will even remain for the winter. In Sept they are still happily on the wing.
Hedgerow & fallen fruit is a great source of food during the autumn. Leaving ivy to flower also provides a good source of nectar when little else is flowering
📷RSPB
Hedgerow & fallen fruit is a great source of food during the autumn. Leaving ivy to flower also provides a good source of nectar when little else is flowering
📷RSPB
It's 1 Sept & hedgerow management can begin. But wait....
Where possible, cutting on rotation in Jan/Feb instead can provide valuable resources for wildlife:
🪶🫐Berries over winter for birds
🌲🌳Diversity in structure
🐝🌼Flowers for insects in spring
Advice here👇
farmwildlife.info/how-to-do-it...
Where possible, cutting on rotation in Jan/Feb instead can provide valuable resources for wildlife:
🪶🫐Berries over winter for birds
🌲🌳Diversity in structure
🐝🌼Flowers for insects in spring
Advice here👇
farmwildlife.info/how-to-do-it...
Hedges - Farm Wildlife
Hedges Hedges are often a central feature of highly valued landscapes that provide a link to centuries of farming activity. Variation in hedgerow types and management styles characterise different reg...
farmwildlife.info
September 1, 2025 at 12:08 PM
It's 1 Sept & hedgerow management can begin. But wait....
Where possible, cutting on rotation in Jan/Feb instead can provide valuable resources for wildlife:
🪶🫐Berries over winter for birds
🌲🌳Diversity in structure
🐝🌼Flowers for insects in spring
Advice here👇
farmwildlife.info/how-to-do-it...
Where possible, cutting on rotation in Jan/Feb instead can provide valuable resources for wildlife:
🪶🫐Berries over winter for birds
🌲🌳Diversity in structure
🐝🌼Flowers for insects in spring
Advice here👇
farmwildlife.info/how-to-do-it...
🦇It's #InternationalBatNight this weekend! 🦇
As mobile species that utilise the whole landscape, farmland is vital for bats:
🧭hedgerows for navigation
🌳trees & old buildings for roosting
🪰insect-rich habitats for foraging
More on how to help👇
tinyurl.com/3sebz34f
@batconservation.bsky.social
As mobile species that utilise the whole landscape, farmland is vital for bats:
🧭hedgerows for navigation
🌳trees & old buildings for roosting
🪰insect-rich habitats for foraging
More on how to help👇
tinyurl.com/3sebz34f
@batconservation.bsky.social
Case Study: Managing Farmland for Grey Long-eared Bats - Farm Wildlife
Flying mammals. Grey long eared bats ( Chiroptera ) have a close association with unimproved lowland grassland and wet habitats and marshes. Farm wildlife conservation.
tinyurl.com
August 29, 2025 at 1:23 PM
🦇It's #InternationalBatNight this weekend! 🦇
As mobile species that utilise the whole landscape, farmland is vital for bats:
🧭hedgerows for navigation
🌳trees & old buildings for roosting
🪰insect-rich habitats for foraging
More on how to help👇
tinyurl.com/3sebz34f
@batconservation.bsky.social
As mobile species that utilise the whole landscape, farmland is vital for bats:
🧭hedgerows for navigation
🌳trees & old buildings for roosting
🪰insect-rich habitats for foraging
More on how to help👇
tinyurl.com/3sebz34f
@batconservation.bsky.social