CFBS

With autumn approaching, it is time to gauge how forage crops are faring and how best to respond to identified shortfalls.

Attention to detail and timeliness are everything when making the best silage, especially with applications of slurry and fertiliser

Last year provided Scottish livestock producers with generally kind weather for making silage. But do not assume the same will happen this year.

The ‘to do’ list for dairy farmers before first cut can be long, but key tasks must be prioritised to ensure high-quality silage.

High feed, fertiliser and fuel costs are driving UK dairy farmers to want to produce better silage in 2023.