Horse Grazing and Paddock Management

Horse Grazing and Paddock Management

The BGS Horse Group is designed to cater for those grassland enthusiasts who have a special interest in grazing and forage for horses.

The group has run three very successful events in 2007, April 2009 and May 2010, with a Making Haylage for Horses Workshop on March 3rd 2011, in Leicestershire. A further Managing Grazing for Horses Workshop has been arranged for June 9th in Shropshire. See our events calendar for full details.

Special Interest Subjects

Some HARDD advice for improving horse grazing this spring:

  • Harrow
  • Aerate
  • Rest and recuperation
  • Drainage
  • Diversity

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Got problems with muddy gateways?

THE PROBLEMS

  • Poor drainage
  • Horses collect and stand around
  • Frequent hoof and vehicle traffic
  • Compaction and soil erosion
  • Water pools

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Winter fencing check

  • Electric fencing tips
  • Dog proofing paddocks

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Things to do in October

TIPS ON:

  • Drainage management
  • Paddock management
  • Preparing for sping next year

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Need more? Do you have a question for BGS specialist members and associates on managing your horse grazing and paddocks this winter?  If so, you can contact Shirley Macmillan through the BGS office - where you can also register to be on the Horse Group's mailing list.

Members

BGS Members BGS is a membership organisation which acts as a communication forum, through events and publications, for the profitable and sustainable use of grass and forage.

Local Societies

BGS Members Use our Local Society directory to locate your nearest societies, information resources and experts on grassland farming and foraging.