Farming without nitrogen proves possible 

After 20 years research, Teagasc says clover can replace nitrogen 
Farming without nitrogen proves possible 

Multi-species-sward with clover, chicory, plantain, and herbs. File Picture. 

Fri, 02 Jul, 2021 - 09:01
Aisling Kiernan

Can commercial dairy farming function without Nitrogen (N) fertilizer?

Well, according to James Humphreys, Teagasc Research Officer at Solohead Farm, the answer is yes, it can.

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