Forage

This week from Farmers Guardian editor Katie Jones

Gradual diet changes, vitamin and mineral requirements and parasite controls are all key areas of consideration for optimal store lamb performance

New Kingshay Dairy Costings report shows milk prices increased 11% on average for 2024

Dairy farmers are being encouraged to consider other wholecrops as an alternative to maize, which is becoming increasingly difficult to grow in some parts of the country

With a growing numbers of arable producers diversifying to include a mixed farming approach, Arable Farming finds out what is involved when switching from crops to forage and fodder

Making the switch to a total mixed ration has delivered significant benefits for flock health and efficiency at Lochfer Farm, of Inverdunning Farms, Bridge of Allan.

Despite its reputation as a high-yielding forage crop, fodder beet is often overlooked by livestock farmers

Expansion needed as agriculture demands more data

Assessing a ram’s genetic merit is key when looking to maximise profitability within the flock and accelerate growth from forage

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