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Beef
Grazing conditions improve, but supplies lacking for many
Martin Merrick
While farmers in the northwest have seen a reprieve in grazing conditions, grass supply remains a struggle for many.
7 September 2024 Management
Five tips to increase grass utilisation in autumn
Grass utilisation tends to be lower in autumn, so to get the most from swards late in the season, outlined are some tips to keep in mind.
17 August 2024 Grass & feeding
The Grass Week: farm covers slowly building ahead of autumn
There has been a steady build-up of growth over the last while, with farm covers now sitting at 714kg DM/ha on average.
Variable growth across counties with variable rainfall
While some farmers have experienced heavy rainfall and are find ground conditions on the sticky side, there are still some experiencing a moisture deficit.
14 August 2024 Grass & feeding
Extend grazing season by building grass in August
Thomas Condon has advice on building covers now to allow for ample grass in the back end of the year.
7 August 2024 Grass & feeding
The Grass Week: second cut hits pits as growth lifts steadily
While growth has steadily increased over the last few weeks for many, there are some farmers still feeling the pinch.
27 July 2024 Grass & feeding
Growth kicks forward a gear with warmer weather
Growth has thankfully kicked into a higher gear with the warm, muggy weather and the ample rainfall that we have been receiving.
24 July 2024 Grass & feeding
Part-time grazing a spring-calving herd
John Morton hosted a Fane Valley event on his farm in Co Armagh.
10 July 2024 Northern Ireland
Sluggish start to July growth
Grass growth remains stubbornly low, though it has improved compared to June, writes Thomas Condon.
10 July 2024 Grass & feeding
Improved growth may allow for sward quality correction
With growth now exceeding demand for many and a further increase in growth expected, tackling stemmy swards will be on the agenda for many.
10 July 2024 Grass & feeding
Grass+ Beef: growth remains static but outlook more positive
While PastureBase Ireland figures show grass growth rates for this week to be identical to last, farmers on the ground are feeling more optimistic that the tide has turned on growth.
26 June 2024 Grass & feeding
Farmer Writes: less of a buzz off my new electric fence
James Strain had to re-fence waterways to make them suitable for sheep.
23 June 2024 Farmer Writes