"If you're trying to grow more, don't look around, start looking downwards."

Agri-Tech-E‬'s Director, Belinda Clarke, speaks with David Linton, Commercial Agriculture Manager at ‪Barenbrug‬, about the future of grassland management, sustainable farming and climate-resilient agriculture - and the often-overlooked role of grassland innovation and breeding in modern farming.

David explains why "grass is not just grass", exploring how modern plant breeding is developing drought-tolerant and deep-rooting grass species that can improve forage production, soil health, nutrient use efficiency and farm resilience.

David also discusses the impact of the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI), how it has encouraged farmers to think differently about what is happening below ground, the benefits of diverse grass mixtures including tall fescue, timothy and perennial ryegrass, and the growing importance of resilience in livestock and mixed farming systems.

The conversation also highlights the role of carbon sequestration, regenerative agriculture and Barenbrug's new UK breeding centre in Knutsford, which is developing grass varieties specifically suited to British farming conditions. With increasingly unpredictable weather patterns, plant breeding is becoming a critical tool for developing grass varieties that can withstand both drought and flooding while supporting productive, sustainable agriculture.

Whether you're interested in livestock farming, grass breeding, climate adaptation or agricultural innovation, this discussion provides valuable insights into how innovation in grass breeding is helping farmers adapt to climate change, improve soil health, support carbon sequestration and build more resilient farming systems for the future.

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