Implement Summer Pasture Rotation for Parasite Control
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How I do big FARM without BIG PHARMA!
What happens here
To control internal parasites, the farmer implements a distinct summer grazing program. He moves his herd of 50 cows to a new, small paddock (ranging from 0.5 to 1 acre) every 12 hours. This rotational strategy ensures that the cattle primarily graze only the top section of the grass and are moved before they consume grass near their own manure, which is where parasite larvae can be found. Each paddock then receives a 45-day rest period, allowing the manure to break down and reducing the parasite load. He emphasizes that he deworms his cattle very infrequently, only if they show clear signs of being "wormy" or if fecal tests confirm a high parasite count, thus avoiding unnecessary chemical treatments.
Goal: Minimize internal parasite load in cattle through strategic rotational grazing in summer
Tools and materials
- Cattle Unspecified — Livestock that requires parasite management
- Dewormer — Treating severe parasite infestations when natural methods are insufficient
- Electric Fence Unspecified — Dividing pastures into smaller paddocks and moving cattle
- Grazing Plan Map Unspecified — Visualizing and managing the rotation of cattle through different paddocks
- Pasture Unspecified — The grazing area, divided into multiple paddocks