Teagasc has produced two handy guides to measuring dry matter (DM) for cattle and sheep farmers. Ensuring a paddock isn’t under or over grazed is vital as this can have serious implications on it’s re-establishment/regrowth.

This time of year, with grass in demand, means a quick turnaround and grass quality needing to be at it’s best for optimum feeding value is critical.

(Values based on post-grazing height of 3.5cm. Subtract 150kg for every 0.5cm post-grazing height increases.)