Irish grazing system boosts milk yield at Aeres education farm

The Aeres Hogeschool farm in Dronten, Netherlands, applies an Irish grazing system to maximize milk yield from fresh grass. Using intensive grazing management and strip stocking, the 37-hectare farm supports 70 Holstein-Friesian cows, producing 7,800 kg of milk annually. The system reduces costs, enhances efficiency, and integrates education and innovation through student involvement and scientific research. The farm demonstrates sustainable dairy practices and serves as a model for grass-based systems.