Shelterbelts – Lost land or a gross gain?

This article has been taken with permission from the February 2017 Corangamite Lakes Landcare Area Newsletter. If you are interested in carrying out any revegetation in this landcare network area, contact Rod Eldridge 0458 390 146.

Since purchasing their farm at Weering in 2001, Caroline and Karl McEwan have undertaken an extensive tree planting program with the aim of providing shade and shelter for their Angus herd.  Being a vet, Caroline fully understands the benefits of their efforts.  “Just like you or I, stock don’t like to be subjected to extreme heat. It affects their growth rates, milk production, and if joining their conception rates too. It can also lead to slipping or aborting of calves. Have a look at what stock do when they have access to shade, they prefer to get out of the sun.  Wouldn’t you?”