Scientific research underpins all we do here at the Bug Farm
The whole site is managed following results from our research, putting science into practice in terms of the working farm and nature reserve, food product development and visitor experience.
Cutting Edge Research
We work with students, professionals and universities from the UK and abroad, carrying out world-class, cutting-edge research, largely on farmland biodiversity, ecosystem services provided by wildlife and the future of sustainable food production. Our work spans the food chain, with projects ranging from sustainable land management to consumer attitudes to novel foods.
Marsh Fritillary Project
Bringing back the marsh fritillary butterfly to St Davids
Partners: National Lottery Heritage Fund, Welsh Government, Natural Resources Wales (Nature Networks Fund & Local Places for Nature), the Pembrokeshire Nature Partnership, the National Trust, the Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales, PCNPA, HabitatInfo