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What is the benefit of the Leader-follower System for young animals?

They get the freshest, leafiest, most digestible grass. (correct)

They are less likely to get lost.

They can learn from the older animals.

They have less competition for food.

What is the purpose of using a livestock unit (LU) measurement?

To measure the weight of each livestock animal

To determine the amount of grass needed on a farm (correct)

To determine the amount of water needed for livestock

To calculate the number of different types of livestock on a farm

How does Mixed Grazing benefit grass tillering?

Sheep graze close to the ground. (correct)

Cattle graze close to the ground.

Cattle and sheep eat different types of grass.

Cattle and sheep prevent each other from overgrazing.

In the context of grazing methods, what is the main advantage of padlock grazing?

Fresh, leafy grass each day Signup and view all the answers

Why is nitrogen application necessary on grassland with no clover?

To maintain the quality of the grass. Signup and view all the answers

What is one disadvantage of strip grazing compared to padlock grazing?

Higher setup costs Signup and view all the answers

What are some commonly used nitrogen fertilisers mentioned in the text?

CAN, Urea, and 18-6-12 Signup and view all the answers

How does block grazing differ from padlock grazing?

Livestock graze a block for about one week Signup and view all the answers

According to the Nitrates Directive, how should nitrogen application be done?

It should be applied in accordance with environmental guidelines. Signup and view all the answers

During which months can artificial fertiliser not be spread in Ireland?

Mid-September to Mid-January Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes zero grazing as a method of feeding livestock?

Cattle are housed all year round and fed indoors Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of topping in grazing management?

To encourage tillering and control weeds Signup and view all the answers

Why is fencing needed in paddock grazing and not in zero grazing?

For confining livestock to specific areas for grazing Signup and view all the answers