Grazing cattle with ‘no fence’ technology, Ulva, 18 September
The island of Ulva is home to two rare Burnet moths, and the Marsh Fritillary butterfly. These all benefit from grazing, particularly with cattle. The terrain here is difficult to fence, which has historically limited the ability of farmers to graze large parts of the land.
However, new ‘no fence’ technology means that cattle collars can now be used to control where cattle graze, allowing more areas to be farmed in a positive way for nature. One of the aims of grazing here is to use cattle to trample bracken which is invading species-rich grassland. Cattle are also grazing one field where Marsh Fritillary butterflies are breeding.
This event demonstrate the use of these collars, with opportunities to see how they are used and speak to the farmer on Ulva, Phil Bertin. It is aimed at people considering how to graze land like this, or already using cattle collars who would like to speak to others about them. Lunch and ferry ticket to Ulva will be included.
- When: Friday 18th September, 10am – 1pm
- Where: Ulva
- Booking essential. Book your space using this link.
- Any questions, contact Anthony McCluskey: amccluskey@butterfly-conservation.org
