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Pasture and crops are used on farms to produce feed for livestock and to drive animal production. If you are unsure of the differences between a pasture and crop or are confused about which crop or pasture to plant on your farm, then read on.
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2010
Defining Grazing Systems (23-Apr-10)
Grazing management can be defined as ‘where and when to move grazing animals’, but the reasons and strategies behind grazing systems are complex and require explanation. Grazing management needs to simultaneously consider the needs of the animal, the pasture, the land and farming business.
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Pastures for Livestock on Small Farms (5-Apr-10)
Pastures used on small farms should match the environment (rainfall, elevation, temperature), soil type and livestock enterprise. If a farm has a number of livestock enterprises, pastures should match the predominant enterprise or a mix of pastures used that is suitable for all enterprises.
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Native Grasses Identification Poster (5-Jan-10)
The Evergraze group has developed through the More Livestock from Perennial Pastures project a poster identifying common native grass species found in New South Wales and Victoria. By correctly identifying native perennial grass species, small and large farmers a-like can implement sustainable management practices to increase their benefits.
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An Introduction To Pasture And Crops For Small Farms (5-Jan-10)
A "crop" generally refers to any plant which has an annual growth habit, where it grows for less than one calendar year. A range of species including cereals, brassica, and annual ryegrass are classified as crops. These species establish quickly, produce a large amount of feed, set seed and die.
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What Is The Basic Process Required For Plant Growth? (5-Jan-10)
Photosynthesis is the basic process required for plant growth, it is the conversion of sunlight, carbon dioxide and water into sugar and oxygen. It is the most important process on earth with all plants and animals depending on it for survival.
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