Farming
About
The Triple Axe Project supports dairy farmers in the River Axe catchment to improve environmental compliance and farm resilience, with a particular focus on nutrient management and water quality.
Working with our partners at Farming and Wildlife Advisory Group (FWAG) South West to deliver one-to-one support, workshops and farmer engagement, along with an investment fund for farmers to access further support.
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Phosphorous losses from farms
As part of the Triple Axe Project, FWAG South West has been building a detailed evidence base to understand the root causes of phosphorus (P) losses from dairy farms in the River Axe catchment. Learn More
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Supporting River Axe dairy farms
Now in its fourth phase, Triple Axe has been expanding tailored advice, workshops, and funding to help farmers tackle phosphorus and improve water quality across the catchment. Learn More
News and updates
Upcoming events
documents
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Triple Axe Testing Phase Summary Report March 2023Triple Axe Testing Phase Summary Report March 2023
This report reviews how the Triple Axe advice model helps farmers create integrated plans that improve business resilience, meet regulations, and reduce environmental impacts.
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The Triple Axe Project 2024-25 Final Report
The Triple Axe Project 2024-25 Final Report
The report shows how tailored advice, workshops, and funding improved nutrient management and phosphorus efficiency.
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FWAG Summary of Lancaster Study on Phosphorus (P) Dynamics in Somerset Catchments
FWAG Summary of Lancaster Study on Phosphorus (P) Dynamics in Somerset Catchments
This summary supports advisors with evidence on legacy phosphorus to improve farm advice and monitoring.