In the afternoon, attendees will visit Knockbain Farm, an award-winning 250-hectare mixed farm run by the Lockett family.
Over recent years, the farm has developed a network of wetlands, hedgerows, ponds and expanding areas of native and productive woodland alongside its pedigree Luing cattle enterprise.
During the farm tour, Richard Lockett will discuss the family's woodland creation journey, highlighting the contribution trees make to aspects including:
- livestock welfare
- biodiversity
- timber production
- overall farm resilience
Speaking about the event, Richard said: “Woodlands are now an important part of our farming business. We're looking forward to sharing both the successes and the lessons we've learned with others who may be considering the first steps on their own woodland creation journey.”
A representative from Scottish Forestry will also be on hand to answer questions about woodland creation funding and to provide practical guidance on taking the first steps towards integrating trees into farming businesses.
