Grass
UGS annual conference: 'Getting back to business'
The 61st Annual Conference of the Ulster Grassland Society (UGS) took place on Tuesday, January 21, 2020, when almost 200...
Grass
Grass
Just 5 weeks left to NVZ deadline in Scotland
Farmers in Scotland risk financial penalties if they fail to submit their fertiliser and manure plans by March 1, land agent...
Beef
Finishing cattle off mixed-species grasslands alone in the UK
An organic farmer in the UK has been finishing cattle – at 28 months – off mixed-species grasslands alone, while...
Dairy
Grass growth: Could be time to pull the plug
While some farmers are continuing to graze, others have been forced to house animals due to the extremely heavy rain...
Dairy
Ulster Grassland Society winter meeting announced
Ulster Grassland Society members will have the opportunity to see behind the scenes at one of Northern Ireland’s most impressive...
Dairy
Should I house my cows to prevent poaching?
The persistent and heavy rainfall last week and over the weekend has lead to the majority of soils across the...
Grass
Soil compaction is a constant challenge on grassland farms
Even moderate levels of soil compaction can reduce grassland output levels by 20%, according to Alex Higgins, from the Agri-Food...
Grass
Soil compaction is a constant challenge on grassland farms
Even moderate levels of soil compaction can reduce grassland output levels by 20%, according to Alex Higgins, from the Agri-Food...
Grass
Grass and herb mixes hold particular promise for sheep farmers
Ongoing research at University College Dublin (UCD) is pointing to the very real benefits of including a range of grasses,...
Dairy
Is pre-mowing paddocks a pointless exercise?
With grass entering the reproductive phase and pre-grazing yields higher than usual on farms, many farmers have taken to pre-mowing...
Grass
Better Grazing meetings to put multi-species swards in the spotlight
Livestock farmers are invited to attend one of the five free meetings organised by Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) as part...
Dairy
Pre-mowing vs. topping: Which is the better option?
Trying to get the cows to graze out paddocks fully – during this time of year – can be difficult;...
Agri-Business
10 new varieties added to 2019 Recommended Grass and Clover Lists
Eight new varieties of ryegrass and one red and one white clover have been added to the 2019-2020 Recommended Grass...
Grass
Dates and venues of first 3 GrassCheckGB farm events announced
Beef and lamb producers taking part in the GrassCheckGB project will open up their farms in May to share knowledge...
Dairy
GrassCheck farm walk: Maximising milk from grazed grass with high-yielding cows
Making the most of grazed grass with high-yielding cows will be a key topic of discussion at the upcoming GrassCheck...
Grass
NI upland farmers wanted for European grassland project
AgriSearch is looking for upland farmers in Northern Ireland to volunteer to participate in a European grassland project. The Europe-wide...
Grass
Getting Greener Grass: Are you ready for turnout?
Soil Association Scotland is inviting farmers to five free events with pasture expert Andre van Barneveld to find out how...
Grass
Northern Ireland hosts EU delegates for major grassland project
Farming representatives from 11 European countries were hosted in Belfast for a seminar showcasing Northern Ireland’s grassland management techniques. The...
