Pasture management involves rotating livestock between paddocks to allow for plant rest and recovery. Having more paddocks allows for greater rest periods, with 33 paddocks providing 97% rest. Proper rest of 32-45 days allows plants to fully recover from grazing. Overgrazing is avoided by limiting livestock to only two bites per plant. The number of paddocks and rest periods impact animal impact and regeneration of pastures.

2. • Pasture Management
• Genetic Selection

3. Pasture Management
• Rest
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1 Paddock = 0% Rest
2 Paddocks = 50% Rest
10 Paddocks = 90% Rest
33 Paddocks = 97% Rest
Need 32 – 45 days of rest to allow plants to fully recover
• Avoid Overgrazing
– Two bites of the same plant
• Animal Impact

19. Regenerate the planet
and create a
flourishing future
for all living things

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