Agritain Plantain meets Climate and Production Targets
Over the last few years the increasing use of multi-species swards has seen Irish farmers significantly reduce their N fertiliser bills, increase animal performance and enhance summer forage production. On some drier farms, multi-species swards have been the only grazable forage available during prolonged dry spells.
The inclusion of plantain and chicory in multi-species swards proves they are more than just weeds. In fact, these species may have far more to offer than we think. Take plantain, for example, a perennial forage herb with excellent DM production, high mineral content and the potential to reduce nitrate loss from grassland.
Production Benefits
- Increases forage supply during summer and autumn
- Aids sward recovery after dry spells
- Improves winter sward production
- Suitable to a wide range of soil types
- Persists 4 – 5 years
Animal Performance Benefits
- High mineral content forage (Zn, Cu, Se, Mg, Ca and K)
- High in protein
- Increase milk production in summer when grass quality declines
- Improves liveweight gain in sheep and cattle
Whether its meeting the forage production and quality requirements of Irish farmers or reducing the impact of livestock farming on the environment, Agritain is an excellent example of a high quality, productive forage.
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