Teagasc PastureBase Ireland
By Teagasc
Last reviewed: February 2026
Free grassland management platform for grass measurement, rotation planning, growth tracking, and benchmarking from Ireland's agriculture authority.
Free grassland management platform from Teagasc (Irish agriculture authority) enabling dairy farmers to measure, manage, and optimize grass utilization on pasture-based farms.
Key Features
- Grass Measurement Recording: Weekly paddock-level grass cover measurement input and tracking
- Grazing Rotation Planning: Visual paddock rotation planner based on current cover levels
- Growth Rate Tracking: Calculate and track grass growth rates by paddock and farm average
- Benchmarking: Compare farm grass utilization against regional and national averages
- Free Platform: No cost to Irish farmers as part of Teagasc public service
Advanced Features
- Growth Predictions: Teagasc grass growth prediction models for forward planning
- Discussion Group Integration: Share data within Teagasc discussion groups for peer comparison
Ideal For
Farm Types: Pasture-based dairies, Grazing livestock enterprises
Competitive Advantages
What sets Teagasc PastureBase Ireland apart from alternatives:
- Free platform backed by Ireland's agriculture authority
- Proven to increase grass utilization by 1-3 tonnes DM/ha
- National benchmarking against thousands of farms
- Research-grade data collection for evidence-based management
Pricing Information
Here is the pricing information for Teagasc PastureBase Ireland:
PastureBase Ireland is free to all Irish farmers as part of Teagasc's public service mandate. No subscription or usage fees.
Pricing Model: Free
Pros & Considerations
- Completely free platform
- Backed by Teagasc research and advisory
- National benchmarking capability
- Proven ROI through improved grass utilization
- Primarily designed for Irish conditions and metrics
- Requires consistent weekly grass measurement commitment
- Limited value for non-pasture-based systems
- Not a full farm management platform (grass-focused only)
Implementation & Setup
How to implement Teagasc PastureBase Ireland on your dairy operation:
Implementation Timeline: Same-day setup; map paddocks and begin measuring
Training & Support
Training and support options available for Teagasc PastureBase Ireland:
Support Channels:
Evaluation Questions
Key questions to consider when evaluating Teagasc PastureBase Ireland:
- Are you a pasture-based dairy farm in Ireland?
- Do you currently measure grass cover regularly?
- What is your estimated current grass utilization (tonnes DM/ha)?
- Are you part of a Teagasc discussion group?