Sow

Store ryegrass seed cool and dry; sow within a month to maintain endophyte levels.

Seed certification ensures cultivar identity and is managed by AsureQuality for the New Zealand Seeds Authority.

Tetraploid ryegrass, clover, and brassicas have larger seeds and need higher sowing rates and specific management.

Renewing under-performing or weedy paddocks with high quality cultivars can give significant financial gains.

Assess pasture condition and goals to determine the right renewal rate for your farm.

Using cheap or low-quality seed saves $265/ha but loses $3395/ha in profit over three years.

Using cheap or low-quality seed may save $265/ha now but can cost up to $3000/ha in future livestock losses.

Success in pasture renewal relies on doing all steps well—shortcuts may fail in poor seasons.

Identify and fix issues causing poor pasture performance to ensure successful renewal.

Underfeeding is often caused by incorrect break size: set it using yield, utilisation, animal needs and feed quality

Regulations require careful paddock selection and a wintering plan with animal welfare for fodder beet grazing.

Successful pasture establishment needs correct timing, depth, method, and seedbed for strong, even germination.