It's important to understand how to graze your lucerne crop so it's managed well and you hit performance targets. Currently your lucerne will be rocketing away at peak production, but with the potential for a dry summer it's smart to review your grazing management. • Start to graze the first paddock when lucerne is approximately 15 - 20cm high (1500 kgDM/ha) • Graze for 5-7 days until all green leaf and soft stem is gone • Allow 35-42 days' recovery (any shorter reduces root size and stem height