Ewes and lambs out at grass © Tim Scrivener© Tim Scrivener
Upland farmers could double grass yields by correcting mineral deficiencies and carrying out a detailed nutrient plan, according to a leading independent grassland specialist. Charlie Morgan said average grass yields in the Welsh uplands are 5-7t DM/ha, but the best grow 12t DM/ha and use 85% of this. Out of the 2,450 soil samples analysed through Farming Connect in Wales last year, only 3% had the correct nutrient levels for pH, P, K and magnesium. Innovis case study See also: […]