Improving Rotational Pastures and Pasture Walk
Saturday, October 8, 2022 • 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM — Rain Date: October 29
Abingdon, VA
Rotational grazing is a system designed to maximize grazing efficiency, and protect and improve soil and forage health. The factors to consider when developing a rotational grazing program are the intensity and duration of grazing, recovery period, and the size and number of paddocks. VSU Small Farms Outreach Program Nutrient Management Specialist Tammy Holler will discuss the steps to take and ways that you can work to improve soil and crop production. Topics will include:
• Pros and cons of rotational grazing
• Understanding your pasture soil characteristics
• How to take a soil sample and interpret soil test results
• Forage varieties that you can consider to improve grazing days, lamb growth, and soil health.
For more information, contact Mandy Fletcher at (804) 892-0108 or afletcher@vsu.edu.
If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please contact the Small Farm Outreach Program office at smallfarm@vsu.edu or call (804) 524-3292 / TDD (800) 828-1120 during business hours of 8 am. and 5 p.m. to discuss accommodations five days prior to the event.
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