Field Topping Overview
Paddock topping removes tall, tough grass that is not palatable to livestock and particularly horses and ponies. The ideal length for grazing animals is around 100mm or 4 inches. Cutting weeds before they have time to go to seed prevents them from germinating and spreading. Other advantages that it is a particularly good way of keeping ragwort, docks, buttercups and thistles in check. Regular paddock topping in the growing season will stimulate new growth in the ley and create a much thicker sward helping to prevent weed growth.
Field Topping with Flail Mowers
Flail mowers are an excellent way for topping paddocks and pasture but are quite aggressive. Chopped cuttings, called mulch rots down quickly and helps revitalise the soil. Topping will increase grass density and reduce weeds. Paddocks that are out of control can be topped and brought back to a manageable condition in a quick time. Bracken, docks, thistles, nettles, buttercups and other broad, intrusive weeds can grow to a substantial height. Flail mowers will reduce the cuttings to a fine mulch which can be left to rot down.
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