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Importance of grassland management

Grass is the most economic feed available (7c/kg DM)

Efficient use can reduce the feed bill

This is very important on beef and sheep farms due to poor returns generally obtained.

Leads to better quality pasture and better utilization. in turn better performance.

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Ireland's soil composition (Ref1)

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Soil association: Click on the map to identify soil associations

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SCOT analysis

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5 year Plan

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Current grassland management

Sheep are grazing on the land throughout the year. Cattle are housed during the winter only.

Rotational grazing is used.  Usually the sheep and cow's are kept in separate paddocks.

A leader- follower system is used. Sheep generally get the better quality grass on the farm..

Visual assessment for grass height is used.

Perennial rye grass and clover pastures.

Reseeding takes place sparingly.

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Objective

Indicate the current level of grassland on the farm.

Design & implement a 5 year grassland management improvement plan.

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Introduction

Location: South of County Mayo on the outskirts of Ballinrobe Town (see below).

Soil composition: Fine loamy over limestone bedrock. (Ref 1). All grassland  based.

Farm type: Mixed, Sheep and beef cattle.

Due to Ireland's fertile soils,  temperate climate and abundant rain water, it gives a natural advantage in its agriculture production system. Makes it  suited for the growth of grass, an excellent and inexpensive feed for livestock.

Aim of project:  Improvement of grassland management on Durkin's mixed farm.

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