All looking good, not impressed by the weather. 063 slightly thinner but not a concern at present, it may be my imagination.
Nice on the blogs today guys, I wasn't sure when I would be out so it will always be a random day, thanks for blogging after me.
On the subject of what they are currently eating, could I ask a small favour? Now is that time of year where concerned members of the public start to worry about an apparent lack in grazing on a lot of our sites, if you asked, it would be fantastic if you could allay their fears for us with some simple facts / information. For example:
· A lot of people will not realise that gorse, heather, bramble, birch and scrub in general are a very natural and seasonal change in the diet of our cattle. Summer they put the weight on, winter they loose a little.
· They are constantly being monitored by your good selves as well as us so rest assured then that when we feel they are starting to loose condition, they will get the licks (mineral blocks) and if required they will be taken off site.
· Importantly, it's now that are cattle really crack on with the conservation grazing, this grazing removes the thick grasses, scrub and dense vegetation, allowing the wild flowers to germinate and thrive, and remains one of the best tools we have to maintain our precious heathlands!
Thank in advance all, and thanks again for your efforts and support!
Guy
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