Improved grazing systems for optimum sheep nutrition and health

This chapter highlights ways of thinking holistically about grass and forage. Getting the system right has huge implications for the sustainability of the sheep sector, in terms of health, production, economics, environmental impact and social cohesion. This chapter focuses on seven elements that drive effective grazing systems. The reasons why each area is important, how it can be optimized and ways to engage farmers with tools and guidance will be discussed. Farmer case studies are used to highlight what these areas can mean in terms of profitability, health and welfare and environmental impact.