Biobeds have become an increasingly popular method for the removal of pesticide from the water used in sprayers in recent years. Biobeds can be supplied as indirect or direct biobeds or in the form of a biofilter. Here’s our guide to what they are and how we can help you with them. What is a
What is causing drainage and flooding issues on farms?
Large areas of farmland were once again left underwater in January as swollen rivers and watercourses burst their banks, highlighting the impact that flooding and poor drainage can have on UK farms. But what is causing it to happen and what can farmers do to prevent it? Here are some of the main causes: Climate
Guide to maintaining drainage ditches on farms
Having a good ditch maintenance strategy is vital to help prevent future flooding problems on farmland whilst also protecting wildlife. Here is our guide to maintain ditches: Why are ditches important? Ditches play an important role on farms as part of its drainage network. Land drainage systems are designed to flow into these watercourses and
Guide to maintaining a land drain system in the winter
The start and end of the year generally tend to be the wettest months but it’s also the ideal time to undertake some general maintenance of your land drains and watercourses to make sure they are working properly. Here are our top tips: Check your ditches Ditches play a vital role on farms in managing
An Insight into the Future of Farming
With Brexit done and the Agriculture Bill now passed, it is clear that the farming sector is set for real change in the coming years. But what might that look like? The challenge ahead With the global population predicted to exceed 9 billion by 2050 of which a third are expected to live in urban
Why it’s important to celebrate World Soil Day?
We’ve heard lots in the press about the damaging effect of plastic waste on our oceans or the impact of deforestation but what about soil? Soil is our life support system – it provides anchorage for roots, holds water and nutrients but sadly it’s also under threat. With a background in farming, we know too
Why the wet weather didn’t hamper our harvest?
In spite of the record-breaking rainfall during October, the harvest wasn’t hindered here at Hermitage Farm. The farming team managed to get our maize crops off during the second week of October as a result of our well-drained fields. Hermitage Farm is based at Cotterill Civils’ HQ and has been a part of our MD’s
How to install a channel drain
At Cotterill Civils we supply a wide variety and type of channel drains – but what are they and how are they installed? What are channel drains? Channel drains, also known as ACO, trench drain, linear channels or drainage channels, are specifically designed to provide efficient surface water management, particularly when it comes to non-porous
Is it worth investing in drainage?
Installing a new land drainage system involves labour and investment but is it worth the money? Here’s a useful guide to help you understand your return on investment. How to calculate your return on investment from land drainage? To calculate your potential return on investment (ROI) from land drainage, you first need to understand
What are the different types of drainage for farms?
Saturated soil is not only bad for the health of crops but it also makes the use of machinery more difficult, if not impossible. To combat this problem, farmers need to rely on drainage systems to ensure they optimise their yields but what are their options? Natural drainage versus artificial drainage Firstly, drainage can be