Grazing Height Chart
A reference chart for grazing height by forage species, showing start and stop heights to protect regrowth, used by graziers moving animals between paddocks. Work through the steps in order, and keep notes on what you decide for future reference.
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The steps on this page
- Species and forage type
- Height to begin grazing
- Height to stop grazing
- Notes on growth habit
- Seasonal adjustments
- Regrowth signs
- Stick or ruler method
- Local source of targets
How to use this guide
Follow the steps in order and write down any changes you make. Where your equipment or product has instructions, those come first.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with eXtension and USDA NRCS.
For more in this area, see the Ranch Beef Cattle. Between chores, farm.FM has farm humor, including RANCH Act Grazing Land: Cattle Want a Golf Course, and farming farm stories.