Contents tagged with forage

12 May 2021

Details of the 2021 update of the Forage First guide.

23 April 2021

Read our information on how to control common weeds in grassland reseeds. You will find information on chickweed, docks, redshank, thistles, nettles, buttercups and ragwort.

23 April 2021

Frit fly, leatherjackets and slugs are some of the pests to consider when reseeding grassland. Our information will help you manage the risks of pest burdens and control methods.

23 April 2021

A newly sown sward takes about 11 months to fully establish. See our tips on encouraging tiller development and grazing management.

23 April 2021

This information will help you to learn about the nutrient requirements of a new reseed. You’ll find information on nitrogen, phosphate, potash and organic manures.

23 April 2021

Pests, diseases and weeds are things to consider when reseeding grassland. Our information will also help you to monitor tiller development through the first season.

5 February 2025

Chicory, plantain and lucerne are some examples of alternative species. See our information around the benefits of diverse pastures.

23 April 2021

Read our information on the benefits of grass mixtures and top tips for using mixtures in a grassland reseed.

28 March 2025

Find out why choosing the most appropriate traits for your farm is an important part of grassland reseed. Find out why the Recommended Grass and Clover Lists are so important.

22 April 2021

From management of clover to the differences in leaf size, our resources will help you to utilise clover in a grassland reseed.

12 July 2024

Learn how to identify grass species. Find information, diagrams and images to help.

26 October 2021

Learn more about selecting the correct grass species for your situation when reseeding and discover the differences between diploids and tetraploids.

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