Grass Pests and Diseases

Grass pests and diseases can have a huge effect on both grazing and cutting yield, as well quality and palatability of fresh and conserved forage. This Farming Note aims to identify symptoms of the most common pests and diseases, so that action can be taken to prevent loss of yields.

Issued September 2016

About Kingshay Farming Notes

Since 1991 Kingshay has been publishing Farming Notes on issues critical to the success of a modern dairy farm business. These briefings provide dairy farmers, large animal vets, farm consultants and other interested parties with the most important and timely information in a concise two-page format. The information contained in our Farming Notes is written and updated by our experts to ensure accuracy and save you time.

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