Integration of Intensive Sheep Grazing with a Vineyard/Orchard Operation

Project Overview

FNC99-267
Project Type: Farmer/Rancher
Funds awarded in 1999: $5,000.00
Projected End Date: 12/31/2003
Region: North Central
State: Minnesota
Project Coordinator:

Annual Reports

Commodities

  • Agronomic: grass (misc. perennial), hay
  • Fruits: apples, cherries, grapes
  • Animals: sheep

Practices

  • Animal Production: manure management, grazing - rotational, feed/forage
  • Crop Production: intercropping, nutrient cycling
  • Education and Training: demonstration
  • Production Systems: integrated crop and livestock systems
  • Soil Management: organic matter
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