E17: What You May Not Know About Pasture Health | Suzanne Nelson of Reverence Farms
When it comes to raising dairy cows, pasture management requires more intentionality than you may expect. From understanding the nutritional needs of cows to recognizing signs of poor pasture health, Suzanne of Reverence Farms is a wealth of wisdom on this topic. Whether you have future plans of owning a grazing animal or you are looking to take your current pastures to the next level, this conversation with Suzanne is rich with practical information and plenty of education for every homesteader. In this episode, we cover: Pour THIS on your pasture to increase pasture health What to look for on the surface of your pasture to gauge its health The beginnings of a healthy pasture How you can determine a cow’s level of nutrition by their appearance Understanding the nutritional needs of cows A real world example of a dairy cow’s diet What rotational grazing can look like on a small homestead Markers to look for in evaluating the quality of your grass The problem with fescue and how to manage it Shifting our perspective about taking care of our pastures View full show notes and transcript on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube. Thank you to our sponsor! McMurray Hatchery offers a wide selection of poultry breeds and supplies to assist you with raising your flock. Find what you need at McMurrayHatchery.com! RESOURCES MENTIONED Treating Dairy Cows Naturally by Dr. Hubert Karreman Understanding Ag with Allen Williams Grass Productivity by André Voisin Managing Cover Crops Profitably by Andy Clark CONNECT Suzanne Nelson of Reverence Farms | Website | Instagram | Facebook | Reverence Farms Instagram Homesteaders of America | Website | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Pinterest Join us at the Homesteaders of America Conference in October 2023!