Our farm uses rotational grazing because it is environmentally sensitive. This procedure allows for our grasses to have adequate time to rejuvenate, and it assists in decreasing soil erosion and overgrazing. This practice allows for optimum grass growth while preventing damage that would negatively impact the quality of our soil and grass. This means that our cow herds spend one week in a pasture and then move to the next pasture. So essentially our pastures have one week of intensive grazing and three weeks of rest. Rotational grazing is considered one of the best practices for proper grassland management.
Our mama cows have this system down to a science. These ladies know exactly when it's time to move and all we have to do is open the gates. The herd moves easily to their new home each week. This morning it was time to rotate pastures and I took some pictures of our mamas and babies. Everyone is happy and healthy. I can't imagine a better way to start a summer morning.
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