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Jun 14, 2018 · Silvopasture: A Guide to Managing Grazing Animals, Forage Crops, and Trees in a Temperate Farm Ecosystem Illustrated Edition. by Steve Gabriel (Author), Eric Toensmeier (Foreword) 4.6 93 ratings.
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- Silvopasture can be established in existing woodlands, or trees can be brought into pasture. One of the nice aspects to silvopasture is that one can establish a system on almost any type of land.
- Animals are matched to land type and stage of succession. It’s critically important from the outset that the appropriate animal is chosen for a given site in order to reduce the potential of inflicting damage to the landscape.
- Animals are always on a rotation. This principle is implied above, and proper rotation of animals has been shown to have a myriad of benefits to a farm.
- Trees should match the soil type and microclimate and have multiple functions. One could arguably plant trees for the sole purpose of shading their livestock, but why not aim a bit higher?
In this foundational book, Steve Gabriel masterfully blends years of hard work, listening, and studying to present the complex subject in simple yet meaningful ways. Silvopasture provides much needed support and inspiration for anyone interested in becoming part of the solution to our climate, ecological, economic, and health challenges.”
In this foundational book, Steve Gabriel masterfully blends years of hard work, listening, and studying to present the complex subject in simple yet meaningful ways. Silvopasture provides much needed support and inspiration for anyone interested in becoming part of the solution to our climate, ecological, economic, and health challenges.”.
Description. Silvopasture. By Steve Gabriel. A system for regenerating land, storing carbon, and creating climate resilience. The concept of silvopasture challenges our notions of both modern agriculture and land use.
Silvopasture. A Guide to Managing Grazing Animals, Forage Crops, and Trees in a Temperate Farm Ecosystem. Steve Gabriel. Foreword by Eric Toensmeier. Farming & Homesteading. Availability: In stock. Paperback. $ 39.95. In stock. Add to basket. Add to Wishlist. A system for regenerating land, storing carbon, and creating climate resilience.
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Steve Gabriel — FACT. FACT’s Silvopasture Webinars with Steve Gabriel. In 2020 and 2022, FACT (Food Animal Concerns Trust) hosted several webinars with silvopasture expert Steve Gabriel. We are glad to provide access to these sessions for interested farmers and ranchers. Webinars. Converting Woodland to Silvopasture (January/February 2022)
