Questions to ask when selecting paddocks:
- Which paddocks have poor performing pastures? Have undesirable species? Low legume content?
- Has fertility status been limiting pasture production?
- Will this need addressing to ensure a good brassica crop and a successful renovation phase?
- Is the paddock selected in close proximity to a run-off paddock, supplementary feed source and water supply?
- How easily will the paddock be subdivided?
- Is the right farm equipment available for successful subdivision or paddock water supply requirements etc.?
- What is the proposed crop sequence for this paddock?
- Do any other issues need addressing prior to a permanent sow-down, e.g. elimination of volunteer ryegrass before AR37/AR1 endophyte ryegrass establishment?