Dairy
Dairy
Taking the time to knock out seedling weeds in a new grass reseed will substantially reduce the likelihood of them returning at a later date and safeguard investment.
17 February 2020
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3 min read
Dairy
It is time to rethink herbicide timings and prioritise an autumn application when weed control could be more effective than in spring.
17 February 2020
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4 min read
Dairy
Whether it is timings of slurry application, tyre size or how machinery travels on grassland, everything is designed to prevent soil compaction at Warnockland Farm, Ayrshire.
17 February 2020
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4 min read
Dairy
With some key clover-safe sprays set to disappear from the market this year, a new herbicide mix could provide farmers with an effective solution for controlling weeds in clover swards.
17 February 2020
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3 min read
Dairy
Growing lucerne to reduce reliance on bought-in protein is part of one Leicestershire farm’s strategy to create a more sustainable farming system.
17 February 2020
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5 min read
Livestock
To claim agricultural relief, sound supportive evidence is required as the decision in Charnley and Anor clearly illustrates. Sam Kirkham, of Albert Goodman tells us more.
17 February 2020
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3 min read
Livestock
This month, Roger Evans tells us about the danger of cattle being spooked and wonders what happens in US feedlots where there could be 25,000 tonnes of prime beef hurtling towards you.
17 February 2020
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4 min read
Dairy
Cutting grass at the optimum stage and applying a silage additive are just some of the reasons one all-year-round housed herd is producing nearly 50% milk from forage.
17 February 2020
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4 min read
Dairy
Applying a silage additive to multi-cut grass silage can help create a more stable fermentation and cut dry matter losses in the clamp by half, according to recent trial work.
17 February 2020
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3 min read
