- Type of soil (pH, drainage, fertility) – different pasture species survive on different soil type
- Topography – different pasture species prefer different topography
- Climate – drought resistant pasture are preferred
- Pest and disease resisitance
- Presence of planting materials and/or seeds
- Cost of production – The farmer should make sure that the expense involved in pasture establishment can be met from the income of the animals.
- Grazing tolerance: it is important to select a species that can withstand the grazing habits of livestock
- Ability of species to survive winter conditions
- The type of livestock and their nutritional needs influence the choice of pasture
- Legume percentage in mix: including legumes in the pasture mix can improve soil nitrogen levels and provide a more balanced diet for livestock.
- Digestibility of pasture
- Palatability of the pasture species to intended livestock
- Ability to produce enough herbage
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