The grass/clover ley plays a central role in most organic farms, since clover is the foundation stone for the whole farm system through its ability to fix atmospheric nitrogen. As well as providing an essential forage resource for farm livestock, grass/clover swards also form the basis of sustainable organic arable rotations. The author discusses making the most of clover and soil nitrogen mineralization, the role of herbs and the efficient recycling of manures. He also covers reducing weed invasion, clean grazing systems for worm control, efficient grazing and conservation, and minimizing the environmental impact of grassland.

Features and reviews in Farmers Weekly, Home Farmer, Farmers Guardian and The Landsman magazines. Reviews in Permaculture, Organic Farming and Farming & Agri News.

About the Author
David Younie is a graduate of the Universities of Aberdeen and Reading and has been involved in organic farming research, teaching and consultancy since the mid-1980s. He was the Scottish Agricultural College's senior consultant in organic farming, providing advice to farmers, industry and governments in Scotland, the UK and in Europe, until he retired in 2008. David still teaches on the SAC Postgradueat Diploma in Organic Farming.


Book Information
ISBN 9781847973870
Author David Younie
Format Paperback
Page Count 208
Imprint The Crowood Press Ltd
Publisher The Crowood Press Ltd
Weight(grams) 454g
Dimensions(mm) 234mm * 156mm * 15mm