AHDB Dairy: Herbal leys and their potential benefits

Episode 404,   Jul 21, 2023, 08:00 AM

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Getting to the root of growing herbal leys (also known as multi-species swards) is AHDB’s senior knowledge exchange manager for dairy, Stephen West.

Helping Stephen improve his understanding of both the challenges and benefits of the practice are Peak District farmers Ben Rodgers and Robert Thornhill.

Useful links
Herbal leys and their place in a resilient dairy system | AHDB
Six new varieties named on the Recommended Grass and Clover Lists | AHDB

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This episode was produced and edited by Stephen West.