Winter grazing
Successful wintering systems require thought and planning. All the wintering resources and winter grazing information you need are here.
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Total results 4
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Winter crop paddock selection
Wintering starts with picking the right paddocks. Your choice impacts crop yield, cost, and winter success.
Environment•6 min read
Winter crop paddock selection
Wintering starts with picking the right paddocks. Your choice impacts crop yield, cost, and winter success.
Environment•6 min read
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Winter crop cultivation
Winter crop cultivation is crucial to your dairy farm's success. Have a detailed plan that includes aspects like paddock slope, critical source areas (CSAs), and buffer zones.
Environment•8 min read
Winter crop cultivation
Winter crop cultivation is crucial to your dairy farm's success. Have a detailed plan that includes aspects like paddock slope, critical source areas (CSAs), and buffer zones.
Environment•8 min read
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Setting up and grazing
Early preparation of your winter grazing paddocks minimises sediment loss and movement. Use back fences and portable troughs to reduce soil damage by limiting unnecessary cow movement.
Environment•9 min read
Setting up and grazing
Early preparation of your winter grazing paddocks minimises sediment loss and movement. Use back fences and portable troughs to reduce soil damage by limiting unnecessary cow movement.
Environment•9 min read
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Cow care in winter
Winter preparation for cows is key to their health and productivity. Ensure they're in good condition, as fat acts as insulation. Group dry cows based on their condition and calving date, enabling tailored feeding and protection from dominant cows.
Environment•10 min read
Cow care in winter
Winter preparation for cows is key to their health and productivity. Ensure they're in good condition, as fat acts as insulation. Group dry cows based on their condition and calving date, enabling tailored feeding and protection from dominant cows.
Environment•10 min read