Pasture info
Grazing cattle is of great importance for grassland and mountain regions
Pasture -raised forage provides farmers with the most cost-effective basic feed. Furthermore, grazing animals for our cultural landscape.
Pasture grazing, optimally, has managed a positive effect on animal health and strengthens their immune systems. milk and meat in organic farming Pasture grazing given great importance
The following section of the website is aimed at all those dealing with questions about pasture management (farmers, consultants, teachers, etc.).
Here you will find information, advisory documents, pictures, publications and links related to pasture management.
We want to support and promote pasture farming as an animal-friendly and sustainable method of animal husbandry.
Organic consultants' workshop in the new organic institute building
The new Bio-Institute building, opened on October 17, 2021 by Federal Minister Elisabeth Köstinger, not only serves research and teaching, but also offers an optimal environment for seminars, workshops and conferences.
Videos - Pasture
Our videos support the implementation of our research findings.
We collaborate with colleagues from research and consulting (universities, BIO AUSTRIA,
the Austrian Chamber of Agriculture, etc.) as well as associations and specialist media.
Grass yourself fit
In Austria, grazing cattle are a common sight in the landscape. More and more farms are opting for this species-appropriate form of cattle farming. Organic farms are diverse, and grazing practices on farms can be just as varied. "Grass Yourself Fit" shows which plants thrive in an ideal pasture, what fertilization and maintenance the pasture requires, and which different grazing systems can be used.
Grazing in autumn
Grazing in autumn is widespread. To ensure that the livestock enter winter undamaged, the areas must be grazed gently.
Pasture grazing and milking robots
Pasture grazing plays a particularly important role in organic farming. Milking robots are also gaining in importance here. Current research and practical examples demonstrate that this technology can work well with pasture grazing. We present two farms with pasture grazing and automatic milking systems.
Modern electric fencing technology - short version
When grazing is practiced intensively, the demands on the fence also increase. Fencing systems must be designed to ensure maximum containment security with moderate labor and material costs. The Austrian Association for Grassland and Livestock Farming has published a 12-page technical brochure on the topic of fence construction.