Mixed prospects for maize when formulating rations this winter

The results of the first 750 maize silages analysed by Trouw Nutrition GB this year clearly demonstrate the effect of the growing season on feed quality

Katie Jones
Editor, Farmers Guardian and Dairy Farmer
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Mixed prospects for maize when formulating rations this winter

While many good maize feeds have been made, there is greater variability than usual indicating that careful balancing will be required. Nacia Bonnick, ruminant technical adviser at Trouw Nutrition says...

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