Silvopasture & Hedgerows: Designing with the Climate

Location
Meach Cove Farms 109 Colonel Fletcher Road Shelburne, VT 05482
Cost
workshop is free and refreshment will be provided
Start Date
End Date
Contact Name
Suzy Hodgson
Phone
802-656-4557
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Join us at Meach Cove Farms for a site assessment, planning and design workshop considering silvopasture in the field and considering how new woody plantings can be introduced. This workshop covers multi functions and co-benefits of climate smart grazing including:

  • Diversifying perennial plantings in pastures,
  • Providing shade for livestock,
  • Improving forage quality and in situ fodder,
  • Reducing soil and wind erosion and improving soil health,
  • Sequestering carbon

This workshop will cover design considerations, layout and spacing of plantings and species selection. Establishing woody perennial plantings as a conservation practice for livestock farms integrates biodiversity, climate mitigation, healthy livestock management, and improved soil quality.

To request a disability-related accommodation to participate in this session, please contact [email protected] by October 17 so that we may assist you.

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