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Grass

Articles on grazing management, silage harvesting and nutrient management as well as regular updates on grass growth and average covers from individual farms in Northern Ireland.
Grasscheck
The latest grass growth rate and quality data from six sites across Northern Ireland
Clover - Nitrogen for the future
At a time of considerable change in agriculture and financial pressure on producers it is important to consider every opportunity to farm using the most cost effective systems available.
Clover Booklet (PDF 5.50 MB)
Nitrogen for the future.
Grass-Clover Recommended Varieties – 2007/08 (PDF 596 KB)
DARD/AFBI recommended grass-clover varieties for Northern Ireland 2007/2008.
AFBI, the Agri-food and Biosciences Institute[external site]
These recommended list trials identify the best performing new varieties under local conditions and provide descriptions of their main agronomic and quality.
Keen interest in clover
A large turnout of farmers from the dairy, beef and sheep sectors attended the recent Clover Open Day at Greenmount Campus.
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Renewed interest in alternative forages for dairy cows
There has been considerable interest in Northern Ireland recently in alternative forages for dairy cows.
Understanding your Soil Analysis Laboratory Report (PDF 247 KB)
Index tables provide guidance on the use of slurry / manure fertiliser
What is Cross Compliance?
Farming practices must be carried out to protect the environment, animal health and welfare and public health
Seasonal Weather
Seasonal weather forecasts available, updated daily with regional daily and weekly forecasts.
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