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A New Zealand perspective: Success with DoubleRoot hybrid clover

Discover how Warwick Green achieved success with DoubleRoot hybrid clover on his farm, improving pasture resilience and animal health.

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Autumn reseeding: Hit the ground running in 2026

Grassland expert Claire Bailey Archibald explains how autumn reseeding can give you a head start on 2026 grass and forage production. For many farms, 2025 has been an excellent year for grass and forage growth. If you have strong winter…

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Research

Making the cut: Germinal Horizon Aberystwyth chosen as national trials operator

After a competitive selection process, Germinal Horizon Aberystwyth (GHA) will become a national trials operator for the Recommended Grass and Clover Lists (RGCL) for England and Wales.

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Case studies

Diversity in the field: How a dairy farm handles drought

Discover how a Tipperary dairy farm combats drought with diverse swards, cutting nitrogen use and boosting pasture resilience.

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Entries now open: Spotlighting sustainable dairy excellence at National Dairy Awards

Germinal is proud to sponsor the Sustainable Dairy Grassland Manager category at the 2025 National Dairy Awards – submit your entry here.

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In a field: Germinal expert Dr Mary McEvoy and farmer Niall Moloney.

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Examining sustainable dairy farming with Niall Moloney

Responsible Grassland Manager of the Year, Niall Moloney, describes his sustainable system.

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Case studies

Multi-species lower nitrogen inputs for Richard McKeown

Lamb farmer Richard McKeown is using multi-species swards to cut nitrogen fertiliser inputs and produce nutritious homegrown feed.

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Rotational grazing: A method for healthier pastures and livestock

Rotational grazing can enhance the health of your livestock while lowering feed costs. Discover the advantages, challenges and how to started.

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Case studies

Sustainable is profitable for Better Farming Awards winner

Find out how award-winning Wexford farmer Michael Doran sustainably manages a profitable dairy system.

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The benefits of grazing grass and clover vs other cattle feeds

Grass and forage are your most cost-effective sources of cattle feed, advises grassland expert Pat Delaney.

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Zero grazing produces high-quality forage

Irish farmers have turned to zero grazing in recent years during the shoulders and throughout the grazing season on fragmented farms.

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Multi-species swards outperform monocultures in Germinal Horizon trials

Germinal Horizon research finds that multi-species swards can drive sustainable livestock production versus grass-only leys.

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