Certainly, the greens and possibly some regenerative farmers would like us to ditch our ploughs and sow directly into the soil.
SUBSCRIBER ONLYAidan Brennan takes a look at some of the developments in red clover breeding and management.
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As harvest approaches for many farmers, it is important to be prepared and also to assess crop performance.
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July is a good month to reseed less-productive swards on suckler farms, with plenty of time for new grass to establish before autumn.
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Rules around grazing cover crops will 'turn farmers off planting' as farmers wonder 'where is the science behind these rules' and who is 'making them up'.
Reseeding unproductive swards offers a good return on investment. Outlined are five tips for reseeding.
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