Rotate Cattle & Monitor Pasture Health
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Suzie the Cow! She's so sweet!
What happens here
To manage your cattle using rotational grazing, move them between pasture sections by temporarily removing a section of the polywire fence. Calves are small enough to pass under the polywire on their own, but adult cattle will require you to drop the wire or open a gate. Ensure the cattle consume the grass in their current paddock down to a specific height (e.g., about 8 inches) before moving them. Regularly inspect your cattle for signs of health, such as dry udders or conditions like mastitis, and check for new calves. Also, ensure they are tagged for identification.
Goal: Efficiently move cattle through pastures and monitor their health.
Tools and materials
- Polywire — Creating temporary electric fences for paddock rotation