Wednesday, December 9, 2015

Grazing Club Pasture Walk

"GET THE HAY OUT!" 

CHALLENGE

The Four Seasons Grazing Club convened Tuesday at Graysburg Hills Farm to see how owners Richard Spain and Michelle Bradley have set themselves up to feed livestock with only grass throughout the winter.

Greg Brann, Michelle Bradley & Richard Spain
Michael McElroy
District Conservationist with the Natural Resources Conservation Service Michael McElroy and NRCS Grazing Specialist Greg Brann were on hand to help guests through the particulars of executing this way of feeding livestock on their own farms. Roger McBride with McBride Fencing Innovations also gave a presentation about his patented fence design.

Digging for worm castings, a sign of healthy soil

If you missed it, be sure to check our events page for any upcoming Four Season Grazing Club meetings. We'll see you next time!

2 comments:

  1. Does anyone recall the percentage or amount that Richard mentioned as an increase on his cattle since doing rotational grazing? Poundage, percentage? Thanks Kathy

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    1. I've reached out to someone to get the answer for you. I'll try to get back with you as soon as possible. Sorry for the delay.

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