Adequate shade is particularly important during the hot summer months. Shelters must be provided for this purpose, but trees and shrubs are also suitable for providing shade. These also serve to protect against aerial predators, which pose a particular risk to young foals in their first few weeks. One alternative, for example, would be to stretch nets over the outdoor run. A suitable enclosure for the outdoor run, e.g. using a wildlife fence with an electrified wire, offers protection against other predators such as foxes and martens and, depending on the region, wolves too. To ensure the animals have a constant supply of fresh water and feed, appropriate feed and water points must be provided in the outdoor area. In accordance with Section 3 of the Ordinance on Protection against Avian Influenza (GeflPestSchV), the feed and water points must be covered to prevent contamination from, for example, wild bird droppings. With regard to drinking facilities, the water must be provided in such a way that the goose can fully submerge its head and beak in the water and pour it over its body. To protect the outdoor run, it is recommended that the water points for the geese be moved at regular intervals. A bathing facility in the form of larger water areas in the outdoor run is not strictly necessary; these can lead to hygiene problems, particularly at higher stocking densities. Providing enrichment materials is not required where access to the outdoor run is available.

The forage requirement per bird and fattening cycle is approximately 140 kg for a late-fattening goose weighing 7–8 kg. The strain placed on the pasture by the birds is considerable. The birds cause deep browsing damage, and their highly corrosive droppings can also damage the sward, which may lead to a one-sided plant community. A rotational grazing system can provide a solution here, which is easily implemented by moving a mobile electric fence. On the other hand, due to their lower body weight compared to other farm animals and their large feet, the pressure on the ground is lower, which proves advantageous in some locations, particularly damp ones.

Maintaining the pasture therefore involves, where possible, a regular rotation of the area or, if necessary, ploughing. The principle of rotational grazing, i.e. expanding the grazing area every 3–4 days, has also proven effective.

When reseeding or sowing new crops, it is advisable to use mixtures containing grasses that geese enjoy eating. These include German ryegrass, red fescue, red fescue, as well as white clover, Swedish clover or dandelion. Less favoured are smooth oatgrass, cocksfoot or meadow grass, as well as field alfalfa, red clover and many wild herbs. The location influences the choice of varieties. Some plants pose a risk of poisoning to geese. Cress-leaved rockcress (Erysium crepidifolium) and black nightshade (Solanum nigrum L.) can lead to the death of the animal if ingested.

The grass height should not exceed 15 cm; 10 cm is preferable, as grass that is too tall is trampled by the animals and is no longer eaten. Overgrown and neglected plants, as well as areas where the animals have concentrated, should be re-mowed.

Liming with approx. 10 tonnes of quicklime per hectare is recommended every two to three years. This has a disinfecting effect and binds acids in the soil. Rolling the paddock in spring levels the turf and promotes a dense grass cover. Hygiene in the area near the barn can be further improved by measures such as spreading wood chips to prevent mudding and/or the formation of puddles.

The Claßen farm in Lower Saxony, a pilot farm within the Fokus Tierwohl network, uses maize plants combined with a clover-grass undersown crop in its outdoor grazing design. This has several advantages. At a young age, the animals initially feed on the grass, whereas older animals also eat the leaves of the maize stalks or even the whole plant, including the cobs. Furthermore, the vegetation provides protection from predators, offers shade and also serves as a source of activity. Another positive aspect is that maize and rye are heavy nitrogen consumers and utilise the nutrients deposited by the geese for their growth. If nitrogen uptake ceases during the vegetation-poor season due to limited space and little to no plant growth, there is a risk that nutrients will accumulate in the soil.

Farm manager Claßen ploughs the fields annually and liming them to keep them clean and minimise weed pressure as much as possible. A total of four fields are available, one of which is used in rotation for the cultivation of winter cereals.