The objective of this sub-programme is to obtain a better and more complete understanding of the interaction between pasture growth, decay and harvesting by the animal and relate this to overall productivity of pasture.

Potential Impact Indicators:

• Maximize ruminant production from grazed pasture.
• Development of decision support tools to benchmark grass production and utilization from grazed pastures.
• Acquire a greater understanding of the effects of grazing management on grass production and utilization.