Paddock

LIFE

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    Paddock Life

    Building knowledge and inspiring positive management of grazing land.

     

  • Learn More about horse pastures

    Pasture Day in Upper Yarra, VIC

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    Saturday 9 November, 2024

    Paddock Walk and Workshop Session

     

     

  • About

    Paddock Life

    Helping you to understand what makes your paddock ecology tick,

    and support your journey towards more informed land management.

     

     

     

     

     

    Often the missing link in landscape rehabilitation is the knowledge of the intricate processes.

     

    I work with you to building a foundation of this knowledge of pastures, weeds and livestock.

    It is a facinating journey.

     

    The reward of biodiverse landscapes that grow nutritious feed is a healthy grazing property.

  • About Me

    I am Kathy Mapleson, an experienced Agronomist and Land Management Consultant.

     

    I spent many years teaching and

    inspiring students doing tertiary

    studies in Agriculture Science and

    Equine Management.

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    My seminars and property walks over 30 years continue to be popular ways to learn about

    grassland ecology.

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     I learned to make pasture improvements with limited resources .

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    Roles with the seed industry as well as undertaking my own pasture research, gave me an intimate insight into grasses, legumes and herbs, and what they need to thrive.

    Running livestock and observing grazing behaviour in diverse environments, has broadened my knowledge. 

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  • Why it Matters

    Our Animals Thrive in Biodiverse Paddock Ecosystems

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    The more we understand, the better we can apply Mother Nature's principles.

     

    So let's build the knowledge to keep grassland systems healthy.

    Reason 2

     

    Even more tragic than land degradation itself,

     

    is when land managers desperately seek answers but find none.

    Reason 3

     

    Livestock in flogged-out paddocks are probably as miserable as they look.

    Reason 4

     

    We have the opportunity to really make a difference.

     

    And besides, it is a great life.

  • FREE OFFER

    Get the facts on why weeds are not as bad as we tend to believe.

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  • Paddock Life Services

    Individualised For You and Your Property

     

    Hawksbeard Vs Catsear

    Plant ID

    Send Your Photos

     

    $ 20

    • What is that plant?
    • Is it good or bad?
    • Quick turn around
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    Tele-Consult 

    $50 for 20 mins

     

    $100 for 1 hr

    • Voice or FaceTime
    • Choose your issues
    • Email support
    • Fact Sheets
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    Property

    Consult 

    2.5 hours Visit

    $ Negotiable

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    • Botanical audit of your property
    • Plan your property goals
    • Email support

     

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    Property Coaching

     

    $ Negotiable

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    • Soil nutrition audit
    • One-on-one coaching
    • Bonus care package

    Economical

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    Group

    Education

    Custom Packages

    • Ideal for Landcare Groups
    • Your choice of topics
    • Paddock walks or
      seminar-style 
    • 1 hour Seminars to
      2 day Courses

  • Plant ID Gallery

    CLICK each to see more information

     

    You can also send your photos for ID

     

    All Photo Credits: Kathy Mapleson 

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    Paspalum

    Paspalum

    Greater Lotus

    Greater Lotus

    Kikuyu (often called Couch)

    Kikuyu (often called Couch)

    Catsear (L) and Hawksbeard (R)

    Catsear (L) and Hawksbeard (R)

    Catsear's seedhead

    Catsear's seedhead

    Perennial Ryegrass in flower

    Perennial Ryegrass in flower

    Glossy & Blackberry Nightshade

    Glossy & Blackberry Nightshade

    Couch Grass

    Couch Grass

    Bent Grass (Brown Top)

    Bent Grass (Brown Top)

    Narrow-leaf Lotus (Trefoil)

    Narrow-leaf Lotus (Trefoil)

    Tall Fescue

    Tall Fescue

    Narrowleaf Plantain (Ribwort)

    Narrowleaf Plantain (Ribwort)

    Kikuyu runners

    Kikuyu runners

    Dandelion

    Dandelion

    Dandelion and Catsear buds

    Dandelion and Catsear buds

  • The Paddock Life BLOG

    FAT HEN
    April 9, 2024
    I always get lots of inquiries at this time of year about this "terrible weed that is taking over...
    Dandelion-Like Plants
    February 9, 2024
    The most well know of this group of yellow-flowered plants is Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale)....
    Cocksfoot - A great pasture grass
    February 5, 2024
    Cocksfoot (Orchard Grass) is one of my favourite high production pasture grasses, particularly...
    Botanical Names: Why they matter
    January 25, 2024
    I thought I would share a little about plant names for those interested in such things. The...
    Looks Like Grass, But Not Grass
    January 20, 2024
    There are a number of Grass-like plant genera that have thin leaves and modest flower stalks. ...
    DEFINITELY NOT DEADLY
    January 18, 2024 ยท Weed Identification,Horse Grazing Issues,Toxic Plants,Grazing Management
    Unfortunately negative labels stick. And weeds cop the brunt of public opinion. Many weeds are...

  • I'd love to hear from you

    No question is ever too silly to ask

    Warragul, VIC, Australia
    0499 023 336
    0499 023 336
    kathymapleson@gmail.com
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