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.