Harvesting an area of cereal crop for fermented wholecrop silage could provide a lifeline for keeping cattle fed this winter in areas where spring drought has left grass silage clamps depleted, says Volac livestock specialist, Ken Stroud. Find out more.

Waste silage is a huge drain on farm profits so using Ecosyl silage additive from Volac is more vital than ever in these uncertain times.

A new herd, a new parlour and a focus on more milk from forage are some of the key steps being taken to set one North Yorkshire farm up for the future.

Significant increases in grass energy yield/ha – and the improved milk from forage potential resulting – were highlighted in the findings of two new research projects presented at a recent industry briefing.

Field decisions and actions you take now can have a big impact on the quality and quantity of silage you have available next winter. Get top tips and advice from Peter Smith, Volac Business Manager.

Maximising fertility, increasing production per cow and making the best possible forage, is part of Malcolm Errington’s strategy to create a sustainable business in a Less Favoured Area.