These growth rates are a guide only as growth will vary considerably with pasture species, soil type, moisture, climate and management.

Month |
Pasture Growth Rate Guide (kg DM / ha / day) |
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|
Poor |
Average |
Good |
Very good |
April |
5 | 15 | 25 | 30 |
May |
15 | 20 | 25 | 30 |
June |
7 | 15 | 20 | 25 |
July |
5 | 10 | 15 | 25 |
August |
15 | 30 | 45 | 60 |
September |
35 | 50 | 80 | 90 |
October |
40 | 70 | 90 | 100 |
November |
30 | 60 | 80 | 80 |
December |
20 | 40 | 60 | 60 |
Source: Based on original in Prograze Manual (opens in new window)