Grazing
CIAS has been working with researchers, educators, and practitioners of grazing for many different farm animals in Wisconsin since our inception. Graziers around the state were responsible for starting CIAS.
Tools and Training
Heifer Grazing Compass
Built in partnership with the UW Grassland 2.0 Project. This spreadsheet tool helps users determine the cost and labor savings of raising heifers on pasture compared to other systems.
Beef Grazing Compass
Built in partnership with the UW Grassland 2.0 Project. This spreadsheet tool helps users determine the cost and labor savings of raising cattle on pasture.
Research
Publications and other resources
+ Featured research
On-farm research explores the linkages between pasture management, soil health and ecosystem services. Research focused on identifying valuable and reliable soil health measurements that are responsive to management can provide farmers with tools to manage their systems to improve and track soil health.