Establishment for Grass vs Another Crop (Leaving Cert Agricultural Science): Quizzes
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What pH level is required for grass-clover mixture establishment?
What pH level is required for grass-clover mixture establishment?
Below 6.3
What is the recommended pH for barley establishment?
What is the recommended pH for barley establishment?
Around 6.5
What seeding rate is used for grass mixture establishment?
What seeding rate is used for grass mixture establishment?
35-40 kg/ha
What seeding rate is required for barley establishment?
What seeding rate is required for barley establishment?
180-200 kg/ha
At what depth should grass seeds be sown?
At what depth should grass seeds be sown?
0.5-1 cm
What is the correct drilling depth for barley seeds?
What is the correct drilling depth for barley seeds?
3-5 cm
Which fertiliser element is the priority for grass establishment?
Which fertiliser element is the priority for grass establishment?
Phosphorus
When can grass be sown for establishment?
When can grass be sown for establishment?
Spring or late summer
When is grass ready for first grazing or silage cutting?
When is grass ready for first grazing or silage cutting?
After 10-12 weeks
What herbicide approach does barley typically require?
What herbicide approach does barley typically require?
Pre- and post-emergence