When you are considering trying something new it is always helpful to have the wisdom of others who have tried and failed or succeeded. We\u2019ve done a little winter bale grazing with our Dexter herd, and the effects on the pasture are dramatic and obvious (a swath of lush green and clover through a mostly browning pasture). Here is a great farmer led study on the benefits of bale grazing that I have found compelling. Have you or would you try bale grazing? <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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