WINTERING WITHOUT CROPS - THE PROBLEMS INVOLVED

Abstract

Wintering without annual crops is discussed in relation to pasture management practices. It is pointed out that the first, and major, problem involved is a mental attitude which alienates winter from the rest of the year. Much of the discussion is devoted to pasture growth and its control in seasons other than winter, as success or failure of any wintering programme is partly determined at these times. The ramifications of this control on subsequent wintering is pointed out. Winter management and mismanagement are discussed in relation to planned pasture use, animal feed requirements, animal treading, and pasture defoliation.