3. (a) (i) Give one benefit of reseeding grassland - Leaving Cert Agricultural Science - Question 3 - 2008

Tillering is the process by which grasses produce additional shoots or stems from the base of the plant, creating a denser and more productive sward.

1. Cutting or grazing at appropriate times to stimulate new growth.
2. Rolling or fertilizing the grass to provide optimal nutrients and support healthy growth.

1. It helps in the improvement of herbage quality and weed control within the grassland.
2. It recycles nutrients back into the soil, enhancing soil health and grass regrowth.

The leader-follower grazing system involves a group of animals (the leader) grazing a particular area before the rest of the herd (the follower) moves in. This system is used to:

1. Ensure that younger animals graze older pasture, which is beneficial for their growth.
2. Improve parasitic control and enhance the overall utilization of grass.

1. Clover is palatable and provides high protein content, which is essential for livestock nutrition.
2. It fixes nitrogen in the soil, thereby improving soil fertility and reducing the need for chemical fertilizers.

To provide optimal conditions for bacteria in silage production, a farmer should:

1. Cut grass on dry days to ensure low moisture content.
2. Use airtight containers to keep the silage anaerobic.
3. Add molasses or other stimulants to enhance fermentation.
4. Exclude light and avoid soil contamination, preferably cutting at the peak of the day when sugar content in grass is highest.