Small Ruminants (Sheep & Goats)
Pasture Renovation Checklist for Small Ruminants
A checklist for renovating pasture for sheep and goats. Use it to plan soil tests, seeding, rest and grazing after the work. Check each item in turn and keep the completed page with your other farm records.
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ChecklistSmall Ruminants (Sheep & Goats)Free PDF
What is on this checklist
- Soil test taken and read
- Weed and brush survey done
- Species and seed chosen for local conditions
- Seedbed plan made
- Fertility plan checked
- Rest period planned
- Grazing restart plan
- Costs and cost-share options listed
How to use this checklist
Use one sheet per unit, pen or field. Date it, sign it, and file the finished copy so you can look back at what was found and fixed.
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 USDA NRCS and eXtension.
For more in this area, see the small farm start-up help. Between chores, farm.FM has farm humor, including Woo You in a Small Town Way, and ranching farm stories.