Description: Prescribed Grazing involves managing the intensity, frequency, duration, timing, and number of grazing animals on pastureland in accordance with site production limitations, rate of plant growth, physiological needs of forage plants for production and persistence, and nutritional needs of the grazing animals.  The goal of this practice is to reduce accelerated soil erosion and compaction, to improve or maintain riparian and watershed function, to maintain surface and/or subsurface water quality and quantity, to improve nutrient distribution, and to improve or maintain desired species composition and vigor of plant communities. Productive pastures maintain wildlife habitat and permeable green space.

Prescribed Grazing Policy
Requirements for Erosion and Nutrient Management Measures
General Policies for Commission Cost Share Programs

Maintenance Period: 3 years

Additional Spot Check Requirements: None

BMP Units: Acres
Cost Information: Flat rate (100%). Refer to ACSP Average Cost Lists for details.

CS2 Project Description examples

Expected Results: 
Soil saved
Acres affected - (planted acres)

Reference Materials: 
NC-ACSP-11 Signature Page
Map with BMP location, fields, and roads
Incentive Self-Certification Form

JAA:
NRCS - 528- Prescribed Grazing

NRCS Supporting Standards: None

Refer to the SWCC JAA Application Requirements for details.

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