RESOURCES
RESOURCES
Intro
Collection of resources to help you make informed decisions and manage your multispecies swards
SWARD APP
The Multispecies Sward App is a guide to herbal/grassland ley species, featuring identification keys, a sward monitoring tool and comparison charts for herb, legume/clover and grass traits. Designed to assist beef/sheep/dairy farmers and land managers in the selection and monitoring of multispecies swards. Can be used to monitor Countryside Stewardship legume and herb-rich sward options (GS4). Diverse/species-rich pastures are an important part of sustainable, regenerative and organic agriculture.
IMAGE GALLERY
Images © 2020 Duchy College Rural Business School
PROVEN BENEFITS
Summarised findings from our review of published research into the key benefits of multi-species swards.
PERCEPTION SURVEY
Results from our detailed survey of farmer perceptions of herbal leys, as well as any barriers to uptake.
OUR RESEARCH
Results from a range of field trial and replicated plot experiments, including forage quality and mineral content.
TOMS APP & CARDS
Our App & card set helps you identify species, compare their functional traits and monitor swards over time.
