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Grow & Utilise

Managing pastures, grazing them well, and achieving high animal performance are the cornerstones to farm profitability and sustainability. And this is an art, as it requires continual adjustment to weather and farm requirements. This section covers information on grazing management.

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  • Fodder beet crops
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Assessing fodder beet yield

Quantifying crop yield before feeding ensures accurate daily DM and smooth transition—always measure, never guess.

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Winter feed considerations

When winter pasture isn’t enough, feed must be saved from surplus times to keep animals nourished year-round.

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Measuring crop yield

Measuring forage crop ensures accurate break size and animal allowance; dry matter estimates are often wrong.

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Fodder beet & animal health

Fodder beet bulbs are rich in sugars and low in protein, which may lead to animal health issues like acidosis.

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Brassica grazing management

Brassicas need careful grazing as most animal health issues arise in the first few days of feeding.

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Transitioning animals onto fodder beet

Transitioning animals on and off fodder beet takes time and care—always seek expert advice if unsure.

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Brassica feed values

Brassica feed values vary by crop and season. Check our table to grow and use your crops more effectively.

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Maximising pasture utilisation

Maximise pasture by grazing at the right time and hitting target residuals for better regrowth and utilisation.

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Brassica and animal health

Brassicas can cause health issues, but good management helps avoid problems, especially early in grazing.

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Maximising white clover

Boost white clover success: get fertility, sowing, and grazing right for top pasture performance and nitrogen gain.

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Big picture - what’s your strategy?

Align daily decisions with your big-picture farm strategy to unlock your pasture’s full potential.

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Seasonal priorities – Responding to flood

After the flood prioritize repair and regrow with this seasonal pasture recovery guide for smarter recovery steps.

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