Things You'll Need
- Dairy cows
- Pasture
- Tractor
- Hay baler
- Alfalfa
- Fence
Instructions
Raising Grass-Fed Dairy Cows
Purchase dairy cows, heifers or calves that are 100 percent grass-fed.
Count each dairy cow and heifer and multiply by two to find the number of acres you will need for your pasture.
Research forage options specific for dairy cattle by checking with your local agricultural extension office. Choose plants that will grow well in your pasture's soil type and produce high growth in your climate.
Plant alfalfa or another high-energy forage for winter feed. Grass-fed farms in seasonal growing areas need to grow and bale hay for winter forage or purchase enough hay to feed cattle during the winter.
Build several smaller pastures to help moderate the amount of food the cattle consume. Grass quality varies with the seasons and can be overgrazed or lose its nutritional value if too old.