Big surge in reseeding is expected

On average, only about 2.5% of potentially good grassland is reseeded annually.

It should be four times this level (10%), to bring our national grass production up to what is required for reaching the 2020 targets for dairy and beef production.

Most farmers now realise the value of reseeding, but the amount of ground reseeded any year largely depends on the weather and the economic situation on the farm.