In this episode, we chat with Cherrie Nolden of Wonder Acres Farm, located in Dodgeville, Wisconsin. Cherrie shares her extensive experience with multi-species grazing, highlighting her innovative approaches to adaptive grazing management and pasture improvement. She discusses how she manages her Norwegian Fjord horses, sheep, goats, and livestock guardian dogs, emphasizing genetic selection for natural parasite resistance and efficient grazing practices. Cherrie also covers fencing strategies, transitioning horses from dry lots to rotational grazing, and maintaining healthy pastures through careful management.
Topics discussed:
- Adaptive and rotational grazing strategies
- Grazing management for horses, sheep, and goats
- Genetic selection for parasite resistance
- Multi-species grazing benefits
- Using electro-net fencing effectively
- Designing and utilizing grazing lanes
- Sustainable pasture improvement techniques
Whether you're managing horses, sheep, goats, or all of the above, Cherrie's insights will inspire you to optimize your grazing practices and improve your farm's overall productivity and sustainability.
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