09 April 2021
Bryan Donnelly, B&T Drystock Advisor, Teagasc Galway/Clare
Low Emissions Slurry Spreading technology or LESS for short, has become a more common sight across the fields of Galway in recent years. Machinery such as umbilical pipes, dribble bars, trailing shoes and injection systems have been replacing the traditional splash plate for many reasons. Greenhouse gas and ammonia emissions are very topical at present. As livestock farming in Ireland is responsible for 99% of ammonia emissions we as farmers have a major part to play in there reduction. The use of LESS technology is a key player in this respect due to its ability to reduce ammonia emissions by up to 60%.