Forage Mechanics Soil Compaction 
ATTRA
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Fortunately, knowing how compaction forms and how extensive it is, are the keys to knowing how to eliminate it forever. Causes of Compaction There are generally two major causes of soil compaction on pastures: hoof impact and overgrazing. Roots are essential for healthy soil structure to be maintained.
UnderstandingAg
JANUARY 11, 2025
Intensity Intensity includes both stock density (pounds of animal per acre during an individual grazing event) and the degree of forage utilization. If we consistently utilize greater than 70% of the above ground plant biomass because we feel we need to so we are not wasting feed, we will have a negative influence on preferred forage species.
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