Equine paddock maintenance Worcestershire Paddock Maintenance Ask for Steffan Paddock Services at 07815785457 info@littlemalvernfarm

Little Malvern Farm Paddock Maintenance is well- equipped to carry out year-round paddock maintenance in Worcestershire,Herefordshire,Gloucestershire, Cotswolds

Spraying

Herbicide spraying is an integral part of grass maintenance. It is important to control the growth of weeds as without management, they will take over your grass sward.

The main weeds encountered in paddocks are thistles, docks, buttercups and nettles. Although not necessarily harmful to horses or other livestock they are unsightly and can diminish the quality of grass in the paddock.

Ragwort is very poisonous to horses. Sprays can kill the weed, but it is vital that the dead plant is removed completely before horses return to the grazing. Not only is ragwort poisonous but must be controlled by law

Paddock Maintenance

Seeding and Over seeding

Seeding and over-seeding can be performed when grass is growing and the soil is warm enough to allow the seed to germinate. Depending on weather conditions this is typically from late March through to late September, but taking care to avoid drought periods which typically occur during the peak summer months.

With our wide range of machinery and years of experience we are able to accommodate for all customers be it a large lawn, a putting green at a leading golf club or your pony paddock.

Harrowing

Grass harrowing is a effective way of maintaining and rejuvenating existing pastures. Removes dead grass and aerates the sward.

This is best carried out in the spring or early summer, but only if ground conditions allow. It needs to be dry enough to carry the weight of the tractor without causing damage to the ground. Tined Harrowing pulls up dead grass, providing space for healthy grass to fill.

Equine paddock maintenance, Worcestershire. For new paddocks that are to be sown, we use a tined harrow with a broadcast spreader for large lawns and fine turf areas. In conjunction with seeding, seedbeds can be created with our stone buriers or power rakes. A variety of specialist grasses and wild flower seeds are available at competitive prices.

The type of seed mix is tailored for the intended use. In conjunction with our agronomist and seed suppliers, advice is available to help you make the right choice.

Fertilizer Application

Fertilizer or lime can be applied to create the optimum PH for healthy strong root and plant growth. The level of application depends on the use of the field or playing surfers.

Horses require good quality grass. It must be nutritionally well balanced and not overly rich in nitrogen. Horse paddocks which are too lush and high in nitrogen can result in colic, grass sickness and laminitis.

The first application is usually applied in early spring and again during the growing season if necessary. Football and rugby fields require special fertilisers that are kind to the finer grasses associated with sports turf soil analysis are taken to aid in applying the correct elements.

We use compact tractors with mounted spreaders which are ideally suited to paddocks and areas where access can be tight.

Our highly manoeuvrable tractors have turf tyres helping to keep compaction and tyre marks to an absolute minimum they also have GPS to guidance making them extremely efficient