Overall, 2025 was a good grass growing year with 13.2 T DM/ha grown on average across the country. After a reduction in 2023 and 2024 it is reassuring to see a return to previous growth rates in 2021 and 2022. Some counties were affected by low moisture availability in the summer, particularly the south and southeast of the country however, autumn growth allowed most farms to catch up on PastureBase Ireland has developed into a crucial measurement and reporting tool for farmers. Vhile peak milk supply over 2,0o0 farmers had milk data coming into their PastureBase account directly from their milk supplier. Other tools such as the rotation planners and grass budget are being used on farm to extend the grazing season. The fodder available budget is providing a simple way for farmers to monitor the amount of fodder available, making them more resilient to any grass shortages over the grazing season. PastureBase also provides useful reporting tools for farmers to analyse and improve on their year-to-year performance on annual tonnage, nutrient applications and Achievements 2025 Progress with innovation, sustainability and technical performance in the agrifood sector 17
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