Field Management

A healthy horse starts with a healthy field.

There’s much more to managing horse pasture than simply keeping the grass short.

This course explores the science behind your horse’s grazing environment, from understanding soil health and identifying grasses to recognising weeds, trees and the clues your field gives you about its condition.

Learn about grazing management, improving pasture quality, soil testing, drainage and seasonal maintenance, and discover how to create a safer, healthier and more sustainable environment for your horse.

With interactive lessons and quizzes, you’ll develop the knowledge to make informed decisions about the land your horse calls home.

Part 1.  Grasses

Get to know the plants that form the foundation of your horse’s pasture. Explore different grass species, their characteristics, nutritional properties and suitability for horses. Learn how grasses grow and why understanding what’s growing in your field matters.

Part 2.  Soils

Discover what’s happening beneath the surface of your horse’s field. Explore soil types, structure, pH, nutrients and drainage, and learn how these factors influence pasture health. Understand soil testing and how to use the results to make informed decisions about improving your land.

Part 3. How to Read Your Field

Learn to recognise the clues your pasture gives you about its condition. Explore how different plants, grasses and weeds can indicate underlying soil problems, grazing pressure and environmental conditions, helping you understand what your field needs to thrive.

Each interactive video runs for approximately 30 mins