Adapting the cutting depth
Implementation
Short term
Sustainability components
- GHG emissions
- Air quality
- Soil
- Water
- Biodiversity
- Animal welfare
- Economic
- Social
- Technical feasibility
Climate risk region
Continental
Weather event addressed
Summer
Farming system
ANIMALS
Dairy cows
Description of the measure
During drought, cutting of the grass to a minimum of 8-10 cm so the plant can store enough reserves in the stubbles
Comments on sustainability
Due a reduced cutting depth, the grass can store reserve substances in the stubbles for a successful regreening when enough water is available. This is the basis for further stable yields.