Understanding Pastures: Definition and Characteristics
What is a pasture?
Answer: A pasture is an enclosed field covered with grass or similar plant and suitable for grazing by livestock.
A pasture is an enclosed land area that is covered with grass and other low plants suitable for the grazing of livestock such as cattle, sheep or goats. Pastures support the growth of various plant species but are mainly composed of grasses, along with legumes and other forbs (herbaceous flowering plants). The productivity of the pasture is maintained through management processes such as grazing, irrigation, seeding, and weed control.
Which of the following most accurately describes a pasture? A) land suitable for grazing livestock B) unfenced land where grass or grass-like vegetation grows and is the dominant form of plant life C) an enclosed field covered with grass or similar plant and suitable for grazing by livestock D) a piece of land cleared of trees and usually enclosed The right option is; C) an enclosed field covered with grass or similar plant and suitable for grazing by livestock