DEAR SIR: I refer to Rosemary Dickson’s letter, ‘‘Zero-grazing secret’’, in the Irish Farmers Journal last week.

I couldn’t agree more; we should be shouting from the rooftops how good it is for the environment, the cow, the farmer, as well as being a marketeer’s dream.

However, before you speak, know the facts.

For Rosemary Dickson, I’d start with a walk around the countryside of her local Enniskeane.

You might find you’ve learned a lot. For anybody wishing to learn more about zero grazing in Ireland or any aspect of the concept, you are more than welcome to contact us directly.

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