An optimal rotational grazing system has the livestock moving to fresh grass every 1 to 3 days. If the grazing period is longer, there will be reduced performance by both the livestock and the grass. Think of the pasture field as a feed bunk. Would you expect livestock to perform well if the feed bunk was only filled every five days? Fresh feed encourages consumption and increased consumption which means increased performance.
Read more about suggestions for keeping pasture fresh.
For additional pasture information visit the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs pasture page.