As the cheapest feed source available to Irish farmers, grass, when conditions are favourable, can be grown in abundance. However, research conducted by Teagasc has shown that up to 85% of Irish soils are lacking the correct nutrients required to maximise grass...
One of the key elements of achieving high grass yields is to apply the correct amount of Nitrogen (N), from the right source at the right time. One of the major nutrients used by many farmers to increase grass yield is Nitrogen (N). Through studies conducted by...
This year, more and more Irish farmers are following the advice of Teagasc and switching their nitrogen source from urea or calcium ammonium nitrate (CAN), to protected urea. Protected urea has been identified by Teagasc as a fundamental way to reduce emissions in...
2019 was an excellent year for grass production and similar conditions will be favourable for farmers in 2020. January is a key time for planning for early grass growth and Nitrogen (N) will be the driving force of production. The restriction dates under the Nitrate...
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