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Tier 4 — Narrative / commentaryIndustry / policy reportConventional

Making the most of grass growth

Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board

Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board · 2026

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Summary

This AHDB knowledge resource bridges research and practice by synthesising peer-reviewed evidence on grassland management tailored to British pasture conditions. Rather than presenting primary empirical research, it distils agronomic science into actionable recommendations to support farmer decision-making on grass growth optimisation and forage utilisation through improved grazing and management strategies. The publication is intended to support practical implementation of evidence-based pasture management across UK livestock farming systems.

Regional applicability

Directly applicable to United Kingdom conditions; this is an AHDB-published resource specifically designed for UK pasture systems and farmer practice. The guidance reflects evidence relevant to British climate, soil, and farming contexts.

Key measures

Likely includes grass yield, forage quality, grazing efficiency, and pasture utilisation metrics, though specific measures are not detailed in available metadata.

Outcomes reported

The resource synthesises evidence-based recommendations for optimising grass growth and forage utilisation through improved grazing and management strategies. It appears designed to translate peer-reviewed research into actionable guidance for UK livestock farmers.

Theme
Farming systems, soils & land use
Subject
Grassland & pasture systems
Study type
Narrative Review
Study design
Knowledge synthesis / practice guide
Source type
Industry/policy report
Status
Published
Geography
United Kingdom
System type
Pasture-based livestock
Catalogue ID
IRmqgglw20-f80c9e

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