Tom Trantham's 12 Aprils Program: Revolutionizing Dairy Grazing

What led Farmer Tom to discover a new farming method?

• His cows grazing only the top half of plants

• A new farming book he read

• Advice from a neighboring farmer

• A government farming program

What is the main nutritional difference between the top and bottom halves of plants?

• The top half has more cellulose fiber

• The bottom half has more energy

• The bottom half has more protein

• The top half has more protein

How many paddocks are used in the 12 April system?

• 29

• 60

• 15

• 45

What is the purpose of bush hogging twice in Tom's farming method?

• To increase the plant's height

• To allow the new crop to get sunlight

• To fertilize the soil

• To remove weeds

How long has Farmer Tom been farming without chemical fertilizers?

• 5 years

• 21 years

• 10 years

• 15 years

What type of grass does Farmer Tom plant with his crops?

• Fescue

• Bermuda grass

• Rye grass

• Kentucky bluegrass

What is the key to successful winter grazing according to Farmer Tom?

• Alfalfa

• Bermuda grass

• Rye grass and Clover

• Fescue

What does Farmer Tom use to control weevils in alfalfa?

• 1400 pound hostings

• Manual removal

• Natural predators

• Chemical pesticides

What is the benefit of higher seeding rates in Tom's grazing system?

• Increased plant height

• Better forage seed population

• Reduced water usage

• Faster growth

What did Farmer Tom learn about following his cows?

• They prefer the bottom half of plants

• They need more supplements

• They require more confinement

• They naturally choose the most nutritious parts