Do you want to improve the health of your animals and the productivity of your farm? The key lies in the quality of your pastures. This My Forage System video guides you through the essential steps of pasture assessment, allowing you to make informed decisions for optimal management.
In this video, you will learn:
Why assess? Discover the crucial impact of pasture quality on the health of your animals and the profitability of your farm.
How to assess? Explore different assessment methods, from visual observation to yield measurement, including monitoring the evolution of your grasslands over several years.
What criteria should be taken into account? Learn how to identify desirable plant species, assess plant cover, species diversity, soil condition, and weed presence.
How do you interpret the results? Get tips for analyzing the data collected and understanding the overall health of your pastures.
What actions should be put in place? Learn how to adjust your management practices, introduce new plant species, or implement other measures to improve the quality of your pastures.
By following the advice in this video, you can make informed decisions to improve the quality of your pastures and, in turn, the health of your animals and the productivity of your farm.