Where can we Increase Biodiversity on a Horse Property by Jane Myers

Part 2 of the three part series: Why, Where and How to Increase the Biodiversity on an Equine Property

Report by Sally Barnett

Jane Myers, with her husband Stuart have devised a comprehensive horse keeping system explained on their website

https://www.equiculture.net/the-equicentral-system

In her presentation Jane stressed the importance of fencing off existing vegetation and dams from horses.

Planting around waterways improves the quality of the water as well as slows the water down reducing the impact of heavy rain and also keeping the water on the land longer during the dry times.

Planting of trees in wet areas can also help to drain the area around it.

In wet conditions, some steep or wet areas may not be suitable for horses and these areas are ideal for revegetation.

Using fence lines and paddock corners for planting can also help to reduce fence injuries as the vegetation provides a natural barrier.

Ensure that any new plantings are fenced off , electric fences will do, and limit grazing into wooded areas so that the ground does not become compacted and  damage tree roots.

The benefits to planting seem limitless for horses, land owners and the environment.