05/06/2026
After the warmest spell of the year so far, the return of rain this week changes grass management on farm. Teagasc Grass10's target pre-grazing yield remains 1,300–1,400kg DM/ha but after a dry spell followed by rain, covers can vary from paddock to paddock.
What to prioritise this week:
Before making any grazing decisions, walk the farm and know its current state
Prioritise controlling grass covers
Rest rain-softened paddocks this week; poaching now costs you weeks of grass growth
Recheck water troughs — dehydrated cows will be reflected in milk yield
As Teagasc Grass10 has consistently noted, every extra 1kg DM of grass eaten per cow per day over the season is worth €120/cow in additional profit. Managing this transition well protects that return.
If cashflow is a barrier to your farm decisions this week — whether that's contractor costs, feed, or silage — talk to us today.
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(Source: Agriland.ie / Teagasc Grass10, June 2026; Irish Farmer's Journal)
