Gate Setup & Cattle Herding Strategy

What happens here

The farmer opens the cattle gate to allow the herd into the new paddock. He explains the "cow psychology" involved in getting all animals, especially the new calves, through the gate without stress. He notes that four new calves are particularly prone to getting hung up or running back to the previous pasture. He describes the paddock as a prime example of regenerative farming, having been limed last year and never receiving artificial fertilizers. He highlights the goal of his grazing strategy: cows eat one-third of the forage, trample one-third, and leave one-third, which enriches the soil. He points out black locust trees, known for producing delicious honey, and mentions wild cherry trees, which are poisonous to livestock if their leaves are broken or dead. He also discusses the practice of natural deworming through diverse forage and charcoal consumption.

Goal: Successfully move cattle to a new grazing area while ensuring animal safety and managing pasture health.