Assess Pasture Conditions and Green Manure Strategy
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What happens here
Upon reaching the pasture, identify areas with dense, tall broomsedge. The operator explains that this grass is currently unsuitable for cows and needs to be mowed as 'green manure' – cutting the grass and leaving it to decompose, enriching the soil. He notes the land is historically over-farmed tobacco land, causing topsoil erosion.
Goal: Understand the condition of the pasture and the purpose of mowing as 'green manure' for soil enrichment.
Tools and materials
- Broomsedge Natural — The primary vegetation to be mowed