How do I better utilise legumes in pastures in the mixed farming zone? – SA, VIC, NSW (Factsheet)
This Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) factsheet explains how legumes can be used more effectively in pastures within mixed farming systems to improve pasture productivity and reduce reliance on nitrogen fertiliser. It outlines the benefits of including legumes such as clover and medics, including biological nitrogen fixation, improved pasture quality and increased livestock performance. The factsheet discusses practical management considerations including species selection, soil fertility, grazing management and establishment techniques needed to maintain productive legume-based pastures. While the guidance focuses on mixed farming zones of southern Australia, the principles are relevant to other temperate grazing systems [PDF 1.3 MB, 6 pages].#
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