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# Burning Grass: Pasture and Land Restoration After Fire
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Aug 16, 2021 3:27:03 PM
Unplanned fires can have lasting effects on your pasture or land and the capacity of your grass’s growth in the seasons to come. The results will depend on multiple factors, including your crop type, fertility and soil, and fire intensity.
While all may seem lost, do not be discouraged. With time and care, your land can be restored to how it was before the fire.
## Effects of unplanned fires
There are different levels of fire intensity, each having different effects on your land and grass. According to the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, there are [three categories of intensity](https://www.agric.wa.gov.au/fire/pasture-recovery-after-fire): cool-moderate burns, hot burns, and very hot burns. Depending on your region and the intensity of the burn, recovery may take anywhere from months to years.
Fire damage to your crop or pasture can reduce forage and grazing availability for your livestock, destroy the habitat of surrounding wildlife, leave soil stripped of nutrients, expose land to wind and water erosion, and result in a significant reduction in growth the following growing season. Most annual grasses produce very little dormant seed to begin with, so when the seeds are burned, the yields for your annual grass component will be much lower in their growing season.
## Restoring your land
It will take time and patience to restore your land or pasture to its previous density and quality. Depending on the intensity of your fire, you’ll need to bring nutrients and organic matter back into your soil.
Reseeding and planting cover crops is an excellent way to bring those essential nutrients back into your soil and provide protection from erosion. Use fertilizer as needed and allow time for plants to establish before allowing your livestock back to graze.
## Reseeding with cover crops
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## Recover with the Cultivation Experts
With over 65 years in the seed and ag industry, our Cultivation Experts are experienced in supporting our customers to overcome the devastating effects of an unplanned fire. From personal consultations to our wide range of inventory, we’re here to help you start your journey to recovery. Give us a call or go online to start your order today!
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