Setting up new grassland dairy farms from long-term tillage

A new grassland dairy farm transitions from long-term tillage, focusing on legume management to boost grass production on low-organic-matter soils. Covering 120 hectares, the farm achieves high, stable dry matter yields with strong clover establishment, though some paddocks require improvement. Using rotational grazing, regular monitoring, and tools like the spring rotation planner and Pasturebase Ireland, the farm maximizes output per hectare and minimizes costs, producing 4,800 liters of milk per cow annually. The initiative demonstrates sustainable dairy farming practices emphasizing efficient resource use, legume integration, and grassland productivity.