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Grassland Management
26 April 2021
Our panel share what has helped their success and top tips in improving silage quality.
11 May 2021
Join our panel of experienced farmers, plus LIC Grazing consultant, Piers Badnell, to see how you can make 2021 your best grazing season yet.
20 April 2021
Learn about the importance of soil health in growing good-quality gras
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8 November 2024
Grazing quality grass, making better silage and a return to a simpler feeding system has helped push milk from forage to 5,000 litres for 380 Holstein Friesians in Leicestershire.
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.
4 October 2023
Learn more about sowing depth and read our information on seed rates and rolling.
23 April 2021
From setting up the plough correctly to overseeding, our top tips act as a handy reminder when cultivating for a reseed.
23 April 2021
Our decision tree will help you to decide which reseeding method to choose. We’ve also got information on using a pre-cultivation spray and results from our reseeding survey.
23 April 2021
From preparing the seedbed to selecting the right cultivation method, our guide to establishing grassland reseeds will help you to maintain productivity.