How many acres of pasture do I need to carry a cow-calf pair through the grazing season?
Morrical: Beef cow SPA records indicate that on an average, it takes 2.5 acres per cow. This data is for the growing season acres. Huge variation exists for the acres needed depending on soil fertility, plant species and grazing management. Additionally, the length of the grazing season has an input as well on how many acres are required. For instance grazing from May 1 to Oct. 1 takes less acres than April 1 to Dec. 31.
