Planning ahead for the autumn

<p>Sheep enterprise leader, Dr Philip Creighton, is on this week’s OviCast to discuss planning ahead for this autumn. </p><p> </p><p>We discuss the impact poor grazing conditions has had on lamb performance this year and the knock-on effect this has on management for the autumn. Philip emphasises the importance of accessing grass supply and increased demand on farms. </p><p> </p><p>We discuss grass growth rates, fertiliser applications and building covers as we move into the autumn. </p><p> </p><p>We finish up with Philip discussing the need to put plans in place for finishing lambs and ensuring there is sufficient grass covers heading into September. </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>For more episodes from the OviCast podcast, visit the show page at:<br><a href="https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/sheep/ovicast-sheep-podcast">https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/sheep/ovicast-sheep-podcast</a></p>