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The Anatomy of a Pasture Walk

Wisconsin Farmers Union

His bottom strands are only 6 inches off the ground, which he said has been extremely effective for predator control, as he also raises poultry and smaller livestock. A common concern with bale grazing is soil compaction. The farmers discussed compaction and why it’s a challenge.

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Creating Living Landscapes

UnderstandingAg

For me, well, I was taking an introductory soil science class in a two-year horticulture degree program at Farmingdale State College on Long Island, NY. In that soil science class, I learned all about soil horizons, particle size ranges that comprise sand, loam, and clay, pH, N,P,K, and the fact soil compaction inhibits plant growth.