Grassland improvement

Grassland improvement

Organic farming & livestock biodiversity , livestock research, crop production and cultural landscape , animals, technology and environment , research & development
The basis of any successful greening project is a successful interplay of suitable seed mixture and correct planting technology.

Greening of special sites

Besides commercial and extensive grassland, grassland communities can also be newly established in landscaping projects or on special sites. The Department of Vegetation Management in the Alpine Region is researching mixture compositions...
To ensure a successful welcome, a number of measures must be observed

Site-appropriate greening in high altitudes

Over the past twenty-five years, the technology for revegetation at high altitudes in the Austrian Alps has developed rapidly. The excavator has replaced the bulldozer, and the preservation and reuse of existing...
Different methods are used in practice for the recultivation of extensive pastureland.

Recultivation of alpine pastures

When greening pastureland at mid-altitudes (e.g., in the context of ski slope construction, alpine pasture revitalization, and forest grazing separation procedures), problems repeatedly arise that impair the success of the measures taken....
Grassland damage and yield depressions are caused by a wide variety of factors.

Grassland damage and weed control

Grassland damage and yield depressions can be caused by a wide variety of factors. Besides suboptimal management practices, climatic factors such as droughts or animal pests can also contribute...
The ideal time for reseeding depends on the location and climatic conditions.

Grassland improvement and recultivation

High-quality forage has a significantly positive impact on farm profitability. This requires stable, durable, well-balanced, healthy, highly digestible, dock-free forage adapted to the climate and intended use...