Post by Pasture for Life

What if trees could act as infrastructure for livestock farming? Across the UK, more farmers are exploring how trees, hedgerows and woodland edges can strengthen livestock systems — not by taking land out of production, but by enhancing it. On Wednesday 18 March, Pasture for Life will be hosting a farm walk at Neidpath Farms in the Scottish Borders, led by Farm Manager Matt Griffin, to explore how trees can function as living infrastructure within livestock systems. Trees can play many roles on a working farm: • Providing shelter and shade for livestock • Creating microclimates that support animal welfare and productivity • Stabilising soils and improving water resilience • Supporting biodiversity and natural ecosystem functions • Creating additional enterprises such as woodland grazing or timber production At Neidpath Farms, attendees will see practical examples including: • Integration of cattle grazing within existing woodlands • Shelterbelts and woodland edges used within grazing plans • A woodland-pig enterprise known as Tweed Trotters • A new “living shed” woodland concept • A willow coppicing project providing a low-cost alternative to purchased planting material The afternoon will take the form of a discussion-led farm walk, offering farmers and land managers the opportunity to share experiences, ask questions and explore how trees can support resilient livestock systems. 📍 Neidpath Farms, Peebles 📅 Wednesday 18 March ⏰ 1pm – 4pm If you’re interested in how trees, livestock and productive landscapes can work together, we’d love to see you there https://lnkd.in/e_gJXMnx