Hay Meadow Restoraton
Learn how to restore species-rich hay meadows, from site assessment and preparation to sowing, management, and monitoring. This practical course supports land managers, farmers, and conservationists in boosting biodiversity.
Course curriculum
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Welcome to Hay Meadow Restoration
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Background Info
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Hay Meadow Restoration
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Q&A with Carol Edmondson
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Further Info
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- £10.00
- 1 hour of video content
What will be covered during this course?
Aimed at land managers, conservationists, farmers or ecologists looking to gain practical knowledge to restore and care for wildflower-rich hay meadows that benefit both biodiversity and people.
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Gain an understanding of what traditional hay meadows are and why they are important, including their ecological characteristics, biodiversity value, and role in supporting wildlife.
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Develop the ability to assess and prepare a suitable site for hay meadow restoration by evaluating soils, location, existing vegetation, and appropriate ground preparation methods.
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Build confidence in planning and managing a successful hay meadow restoration by selecting suitable sowing and planting techniques, monitoring progress, and applying long-term management to enhance species diversity.
Ecology tutor
Carol Edmondson
Hay Meadow Specialist
Coming from an ecology background, Carol has worked in the Forest of Bowland National Landscape for the last 8 years, working with farmers, landowners, and communities to create, restore or enhance traditional hay meadows and pastures under the Hay Time project. Since 2006, the project has started over 900ha of grassland across the Forest of Bowland and Yorkshire Dales on its restoration journey.
Start learning about hay meadow restoration today!
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Reviews
Hay Meadow Restoration
Janice Hardy
Excellent advice from Carol who has years of experience on many different sites.
Excellent advice from Carol who has years of experience on many different sites.
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