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Managing the conversion process successfully Pat Barry & Brendan Swan

Need for conversion planning Components of a conversion plan Future Management Practises Provision of quality forage Maintenance of soil fertility Animal health plan Problems encountered during conversion

Need for conversion planning Satisfy organic certification body Detail changes on farm to become compliant with organic standards Roadmap through the conversion process

Components of Conversion Plan Current management practises Organic Vision Future management practises

Future Management Practises - Forage Maximum use of grazed grass Introduction of clover into pastures Produce good quality silage Regular topping

Future Management Practises – Soil Fertility Balance inputs and off-takes Efficient nutrient recycling Regular soil analysis to identify deficiencies Role of short term leys & legumes

Future Management Practises Animal Health Not simply an absence of disease but a high level of vigour & vitality Positive approach to livestock husbandry The ideal situation: mixed farm based on ley/arable rotations Preventative health strategies

Problems encountered during conversion period Insufficient fodder Animal disease issues Poor manure management Failure to seek permission from OCB for restricted practises Inadequate record keeping

REMEMBER If you fail to plan – you plan to fail!!!! THANK YOU