Farming Focus

BONUS Mob and Rotational Grazing

Episode Summary

More from Peter's discussion with Ben Thomas and Hannah Jones.

Episode Notes

Make sure you listen to episode 7 to get the most from this bonus episode. 

Farming Focus is the podcast for farmers in the South West of England, but is relevant for farmers outside of the region or indeed anyone in the wider industry or who has an interest in food and farming. 

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Timestamps

00:01 Cornish Mutual jingle

00:14 Peter introduces the bonus

00:38  Peter talks about his experience at Groundswell. 

01:30 Benefits of growing a more diverse sward. 

02:43 The science behind the impact that mob grazing has on the soil. 

04:22 Is there an optimal frequency for grazing or leaving? 

06:05 Using a plate meter

06:45 Ben's rotation.

08:26 What inspired Ben to start mob grazing?

12:35 What has been the impact for Ben?

15:00 Peter starts to round up. 

15:25 Finish.