Introduction to the Fundamentals of Grazing
David McLean outlines the key principles and fundamentals of grazing.
Course FAQs
Introducing your instructor
First up - get your audio sorted
Working your way around the screen, chapters and lessons
How to make the most of your learning
Some Important Information
Start with the end in mind
Introducing Principles
Overview of RCS’ Six Principles of Regenerative Grazing
Principle 1. Plan, monitor and manage
Ecological Renewal Examples
Principle 2. Plants Need Adequate Rest
The Three Phases of Plant Growth
Principle 3. Match Stocking rate to Carrying Capacity
Principle 4. Manage Livestock Effectively
Principle 5. Maximum Density for Minimum Time
Principle 6. Manage for Biodiversity
Diversity - The Jena Experiment
The WHY Behind a Grazing Plan
When should you recalculate graze periods?
Where is your head at now?
Next Steps in Your Learning
How did we go with this course?
It was great. Informative and to the point. Not too much fluff but just enough content to reassure me that these courses are worth doing in the future.
It was great. Informative and to the point. Not too much fluff but just enough content to reassure me that these courses are worth doing in the future.
Read LessI thought it was a really valuable introduction to highlight the importance of diversity in farming systems and how diversity leads to increased fertility, r...
Read MoreI thought it was a really valuable introduction to highlight the importance of diversity in farming systems and how diversity leads to increased fertility, resilience and production. Of course, this is just the start and knowing how to increase diversity is the key.
Read LessVery well delivered, great videos, loved it. Thank you
Very well delivered, great videos, loved it. Thank you
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