Livestock Unit (LU) Measurement and Grazing Systems Quiz

A livestock unit (LU) is used to determine the amount of milk a cow produces.

In paddock grazing, the herd grazes the same paddock every day.

Mixed Grazing allows only cattle to graze in the same field as sheep.

Block grazing involves dividing large fields into smaller blocks where livestock graze for about one month.

Nitrogen fertilisers CAN, Urea, and 18-6-12 are commonly used to fertilize grassland.

Zero grazing means cattle graze outdoors all year round.

Artificial fertiliser can be spread in Ireland from mid-September to mid-January.

Leader-follower System involves allowing older stock to graze ahead of young animals

In paddock grazing, the herd grazes a new paddock every day.

Mixed Grazing involves Cattle & sheep grazing separately in different fields

Block grazing involves dividing large fields into smaller blocks where livestock graze for about one week.

Nitrogen application on grassland with no clover is not necessary for maintaining grass quality

Zero grazing means cattle do not graze outdoors and are housed all year round.

Topping involves mowing grass to encourage tillering and can be used to control weeds.