Having good stocks of quality forage helps to improve farm resilience in times of volatile milk prices and unpredictability. Volac silage experts offer guidance.
NFU were still working with Defra, the Chemical Regulation Division and the Health and Safety Executive to see if they could find a way through
Wholecrop and maize can be a valuable addition to any ration, but attention to detail both pre-and post-harvest is key.
Growers are urged to consider a split dose post-emergence herbicide approach in maize crops this year to ensure early germinating weeds do not impact final yields