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I'm really interested in rotational grazing. I'd love to only offer supplemental feed in the dead of winter if I can swing it. I'm looking to do a rotation of goats, sheep, and chickens--all pastured separately. (2 goats, 2 sheep, and 12 chickens, if it matters. Although I might be getting a ram and a wether... so maybe 4 sheep) Unfortunately all of the research and books seem to talk about cattle/sheep rotations and I'm worried about common parasites between sheep and goats. Anyone do rotational grazing? And with multiple species? Is rotational grazing worth the hassle, do you see better yields? Any words of advice?
I'd really like to make all of the feed I need (in pasture or hay) myself, but I just don't know if that's viable on 2.5 acres. I'm in the Triangle Area in North Carolina, so a decently long growing season.
Thanks!
I'd really like to make all of the feed I need (in pasture or hay) myself, but I just don't know if that's viable on 2.5 acres. I'm in the Triangle Area in North Carolina, so a decently long growing season.
Thanks!