White clover: Benefits, challenges and learnings with Dr Michael Egan

Teagasc Grassland Science Researcher, Dr Michael Egan joins James Dunne on this episode of the Dairy Edge podcast to discuss some of the common questions regarding establishing and managing grass clover swards.

Dr Egan outlines the benefits for farmers but also discusses the challenges and learnings that have been seen throughout the Clover 150 commercial farm trial.

The correct chemical nitrogen strategy is outlined and why clover content should be the key deciding factor rather than fertiliser price when it comes to reducing nitrogen inputs.

Dr Egan also outlines what farmers should be doing now with regards to assessing their own farm clover content and he also identifies opportunities to establish clover on farms over the coming weeks.

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