Stocking Rate Calculator

Enter livestock numbers by category and your farm's eligible area to check your stocking rate against the standard or derogation nitrogen limit.

Dairy cow

Suckler cow

Weanling / store cattle

Ewe

Eligible farm area (hectares)

Farm holds a Nitrates derogation

Check DAFM directly for current derogation limits and eligibility — the scheme terms are reviewed periodically.

This touches Nitrates Regulations / scheme rules, which change. This is a planning aid, not a substitute for an official Nutrient Management Plan or DAFM confirmation — check current rules before acting on it. Reference data verified as of: 2026-07-21 (placeholder — needs DAFM verification before launch).

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