Why Regular Liming Can Drive Profits

Why Regular Liming Can Drive Profits

Author: Teagasc.ie June 23, 2025 Duration: 24:58

With nearly two-thirds of soil samples falling below the ideal pH range for grass growth, Mark Plunkett, Teagasc Signpost Programme Training & Development Specialist, joins us to talk about the benefits of liming our acidic soils.

 

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