Designing Management Strategies for Sheep Production and Bees in Dryland Pastures

Designing Management Strategies for Sheep Production and Bees in Dryland Pastures

Novel grazing management practices for livestock and bee health are becoming increasingly crucial in pasture-based farming systems. The effect of pasture type and spring closing dates on lamb liveweight gain, pasture production, botanical composition, bloom density and bee visitation was monitored o...

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Main Authors: Mia Caudillo, Andony Melathopoulos, David Eduardo Prado-Tarango, Mary Smallman, Sarah A. Taylor, Serkan Ates
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-12-01
Series:Agronomy
Subjects:
lamb growth
closing dates
pasture diversity
ecosystem benefits
pollinator health
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4395/14/1/24

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