Q&A weed control: Buttercup farm may lose out on productivity

Buttercups are a common sight in fields across the country at the moment, with dandelions and docks also common problem weeds.

How do grassland weeds affect pastures?

High levels of weeds in grass swards not only reduce pasture’s nutritional value, but restrict grazing areas and restrict valuable grass growth, particularly in new reseeds. Farmers are also obliged to control certain weeds by the Noxious Weeds Act and as part of cross-compliance obligations.