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Maximise Your Grassland’s Potential with Grassmanship from Nufarm
Grassmanship is Nufarm’s dedicated initiative to support grassland farmers in getting more from every acre. Developed with the needs of livestock producers in mind, Grassmanship brings together seasonal guidance, practical weed control solutions, and expert advice to help farmers improve sward performance, boost forage output, and enhance long-term pasture health.
With tight margins, variable weather, and increasing pressure on efficiency, managing grassland effectively has never been more important. Grassmanship is here to help — offering a clear, farmer-focused approach to broadleaf weed control, sward rejuvenation, and sustainable agronomy.
What Grassmanship Delivers
Grassmanship focuses on delivering practical, effective outcomes. It draws on decades of Nufarm’s experience in grassland agronomy and offers simple solutions that support better grazing, higher-quality silage, and longer-lasting leys.
Key to the programme is a broad portfolio of trusted and cost-effective herbicides designed to target common and persistent weeds like docks, thistles, nettles, buttercups, and more. If left unmanaged, many of these weeds can significantly reduce dry matter yield and forage quality, directly impacting livestock productivity and farm profitability.
Farmer-Focused Benefits
- Seasonal Agronomy Support
Through timely technical bulletins and seasonal updates, Grassmanship guides farmers on when and how to apply herbicides for maximum effectiveness. It also includes advice on weed size, growth stages, and safe intervals for grazing and cutting. - Forage-Friendly Solutions
Grassmanship prioritises crop safety. The recommended products are selected for their minimal impact on clover, fast return-to-grazing intervals, and suitability for multi-cut systems — making them ideal for dairy and livestock producers. - Tried and Tested Chemistry
Nufarm has a long-standing reputation as an expert in phenoxy chemistry. The Grassmanship programme features proven products like Thrust, Depitone Ultra, Agritox, and Prairie Verte — offering reliable control of key broadleaf weeds across all grassland systems. - Strategic Weed Control
The programme promotes proactive, planned weed control rather than reactive treatment. Controlling weeds early helps extend the productive life of a ley and prevents long-term infestation that could require reseeding.
Supporting Sustainable Productivity
At its core, Grassmanship is about helping farmers manage their grassland more effectively — improving utilisation, increasing yield, and protecting the long-term sustainability of their land. It reflects Nufarm’s ongoing commitment to supporting British agriculture with practical, science-backed solutions that work in the field.
Whether you’re targeting docks ahead of first cut, managing seedlings post-establishment, or looking for selective clover-safe options in spring-sown leys, Grassmanship has a solution tailored to your farm’s needs.
Discover more about Grassmanship
- Download the latest seasonal bulletin
- Explore weed-specific advice and product guides
- Watch our YouTube Grassmanship virtual learning series featuring real-farm insights