Mob-grazing in arable forage production
Moving cattle with Stockmanship - low-stress, safe and efficient
Stockmanship is a method for the low-stress handling of cattle. Bud Williams, an American cowboy (1932-2012), derived principles based on close observation of animals and put them into words in such a way that they are easy to communicate. Those who use stockmanship choose body language and movement patterns that make it easier to work with the cattle. The animals understand what is required of them and the daily tasks with the herd go smoothly.
Multimedia learning material on stockmanship was developed in the EIP project "Mob grazing in arable forage production". There are films, texts and illustrations as well as links to interesting resources such as a mobile phone game on stockmanship. Three films (5-15 minutes each) provide an initial introduction.
Mob grazing is being trialled on three farms in Brandenburg. The Eberswalde University for Sustainable Development (HNEE) is researching the ecological and economic impact. Communication, for example via the website, field days, workshops and publications, is organised by Klimapraxis. The project is funded by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development and co-financed by the state of Brandenburg.