Managing mitchell grass: a graziers guide

Managing mitchell grass provides guidelines for mitchell grass pastures growing on large areas of downs in inland Queensland and northern Australia. It is a local supplement to the basic principles described in Managing native pastures: a graziers guide.

It describes the country and management options for sustainable production, including:

• setting stocking rates
• moving stock
• burning
• woody weed control
• improving grazing.

It also describes how monitoring mitchell grass pastures helps graziers to make effective management decisions.

Read and view a copy of the Managing Mitchell Grass booklet here.

Please note that this booklet was published in 1996 and has not been updated to reflect any subsequent changes in legislation, guidelines or best management practices.

Please ensure you check and confirm all information and recommendations in this booklet before putting into practice.