BITE: Grazing Solutions

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May 1 •

Start by introducing yourself! I'm Logan, a 24 year old who has a Civil Engineering Degree, but is now ranching full time! Some decision maker I am 😬. I work for a first calf heifer and yearling operation in Northern Wyoming. I have been here for almost 2 years and currently manage (mostly) the yearlings. I have learned a great deal about grazing management from both my boss, as well as the Ranching For Profit School. I continue to learn everyday through decisions (good and bad) as well as the growing community of new grazing principals. My goal with BITE is to share what I know and hopefully learn more from you!

Jul 16 •

Most would look at this giant patch of thistle and head right for the round up but these thistle are hard at work! 1. Their deep tap roots (3-6ft) break through compacted soil layers 2. They pull nutrients from deep in the soil (especially phosphorus) 3. Support mycorrhizal fungi (very important soil life) 4. A high protein forage early on 5. Huge biomass that will cycle carbon back into the soil when trampled 6. Cover bare soil Weeds are natures way of putting bandaids on the soil. Don't be so quick to get rid of them, instead ask why they might be there in the first place?

Logan Janki

Jun 30 •

Grazes

Post Graze: Rule of Thirds

Rule of Thirds for grazing is that you should be grazing 1/3 trampling 1/3 and leaving 1/3. In this case, animals are eating the best 1/3, putting a lot of carbon back into the soil, and leaving behind enough to ensure quick recovery and keep that solar panel up.