Farming Connect is offering people a chance to develop their skills and businesses, and applications are open for their first training opportunities of the year.

Applications are being taken until 5pm on Friday, 28 February.

With a number of new face to face and online training options added to the existing range of business, technical and practical training courses available through Farming Connect, this is the time to check out more options to help you and your business prepare for the challenges and opportunities of a future outside the EU.

The programme, delivered by Lantra Wales on behalf of Farming Connect, provides a comprehensive range of training in numerous formats for eligible farm and forestry businesses registered with Farming Connect.

Farming Connect, which is delivered by Menter a Busnes and Lantra Wales, is funded by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development and the Welsh Government.

Director of Lantra Wales, Kevin Thomas said that as the industry gears up for the trading conditions of the future, it is essential to have the necessary skills to run your business efficiently across all areas of work.

“I urge all registered businesses to consider their training options, focus on areas they know need strengthening and get their applications in.”

Individuals needing to register with Farming Connect or wanting to update their account details should call the Farming Connect Service Centre on 08456 000 813 before 5pm on Monday, 24 February.