Small Ruminants (Sheep & Goats)
Sheep Pasture Rotation Schedule
A schedule for moving the flock between pastures. Use it to track entry and exit dates, rest periods and how the grass looks. Fill in one row for each event and keep the sheet with your other farm records.
LogSmall Ruminants (Sheep & Goats)Free PDF
What you record on this log
- Date
- Pasture
- Group
- Move in/out
- Grass notes
- Initials
How to use this log
A log is only useful if it is kept current, so keep it where the work happens and write the entry right away while the details are fresh.
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.
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