Seven tips on managing tracks and water when grazing stock to prevent poaching

摘要

With input costs rising, most farmers will be counting down the days until turnout. Charlotte Cunningham looks at how farms can prevent damaging fields.Outwintering stock or even just getting them out as early as possible in the spring can have huge benefits, particularly in terms ofcost saving.However, if careful attention isn't given to managing tracks, feed and water areas it can lead to problems with poaching and ground damage, meaning fanners could be left with unproductive pasture and a hefty bill to rectify it.