Scheme to support planting of up to 12,000 hectares of multi-species swards
Research has shown that multi-species swards can have a positive impact from a climate, biodiversity, and water quality perspective, as well as supporting improved livestock productive efficiency, while also reducing dependence on expensive chemical nitrogen.
A scheme to encourage the planting of multi-species swards has been launched as part of the department’s €12 million support package.
Subject to farmer uptake and seed availability, it is anticipated that the measure will establish up to 12,000 hectares of multi-species swards.
