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Friday, 30 June 2023 09:55

Don't reduce supplementary feed

As the new dairy season gets underway and farmers tackle ongoing financial challenges, they are being urged not to make hasty decisions about selling cows and cutting back on supplementary feed.

Published in Farm Health
Thursday, 01 December 2022 07:55

More rain, less sun bring feed woes

Slow pasture growth over the last couple of months, combined with a wet October and lack of sunshine, could see cows short on crucial energy, fibre and protein as mating gets into full swing across the country.

Published in General News
Thursday, 27 October 2022 13:55

Balance protein, energy to boost BCS

As dairy farmers head into mating with lower cow body condition scores than last season, feeding quality pasture and supplements will be crucial for getting cows in calf and putting milk in the vat.

Published in Management
Thursday, 08 September 2022 10:55

Plan ahead to beat feed woes

With calving underway, dairy farmers are being urged to plan ahead, as feed availability is affected by global shortages along with slow and intermittent international shipping.

Published in Management
Wednesday, 27 July 2022 10:55

Beating logistical roadblocks

Over the last three years almost every industry has faced upheaval.

Published in General News
Thursday, 21 April 2022 13:55

Supplements filling pasture protein deficit

A deficit in pasture protein levels last summer, combined with a good payout, has seen dairy farmer demand for quality, cost-effective protein-rich supplements soar. according to a feed importer.

Published in Management
Thursday, 10 February 2022 10:55

Evaluate feed plans, avoid heat stress woes

As temperatures soar, farmers are being urged to review feed plans and consider what supplements could help reduce the impact of heat stress on their cows.

Published in Farm Health

A challenging winter for Southland dairy farmers has affected cow condition coming into mating, which may impact calving spreads next season.

Published in Management
Thursday, 16 September 2021 08:55

Look out for pasture with 'no guts'

Waikato dairy farmers may face challenges from pasture with low nutritional value as they head into spring and balance date approaches.

Published in Management

Feed company GrainCorp claims its new blending facility in Timaru will give South Island farmers more choice and flexibility when choosing feed product for animals.

Published in Management
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