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Marion Soil & Water Conservation District

Grazing Management

Management of grazing operations to maximize production and improve grazing lands; includes grazing rotations, fencing, forage planting, livestock water, and management of herd size.

   

How it works

Grazing land is divided into two or more units with fencing. Livestock are moved on a schedule from unit to unit based on forage availability and livestock and plant needs.

Purpose/Benefit

  • Improves vegetative cover, reducing erosion and improving water quality
  • Increase harvest efficiency and helps ensure adequate forage throughout the grazing season
  • Increases forage quality and production, increasing feed efficiency and profits
  • Helps to evenly distribute manure nutrients