Forage

As we head into silage season, minimising contamination in the clamp and losses at the feed fence are key to ensure you are getting the most out of your silage

Following weather extremes that led many livestock farms to have a shortage of forage over winter, the outlook for soil health and forage quality and quantity this year is full of challenges. Dairy Farmer asked three industry experts what can be done to better understand and improve forage in 2026

Livestock specialist Katie Fallon discusses the importance good weather in of the month of May for both the farming calendar and nature's calendar

Robert Machin, 20, strongly encourages anyone thinking about taking a placement in the feed and nutrition sector to go for it

Gareth Lee has built a successful one-man contracting business producing silage bales which maintain quality and are robust enough to last two winters

After the lack of forage in many areas in 2025 due to the drought, this season could see increased interest in growing fodder beet on livestock farms

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