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Feeding maize silage in winter: Setting the herd up for success
As I write this article, we have just had our first frost in the Waikato, a change in weather signalling that winter is upon us.
Milking longer with maize silage
This season's dry conditions have made one thing clear: not having enough feed on hand can bring your season to an early close.
Don't get caught short - have enough feed in the bank
OPINION: Few things are more stressful for dairy farmers than running out of feed when cows need it most.
Meet summer needs with pasture and maize silage
As summer progresses, dairy farmers face two critical challenges: maintaining milk production and keeping weight on cows.
How good operators maximise milk response to maize silage
Understanding marginal return from growing maize silage
Much has been discussed in recent seasons about the rising costs of production on dairy farms, and rightfully so.
Maize grain imports loom next year
The country may have to import maize grain next season unless the issue of having enough gas to dry the local product is resolved.
Carry on with clever feed planning
In many parts of the country, dairy farmers have enjoyed favourable growing conditions throughout winter and spring, leading to reduced use of stored and imported feed and higher-than-expected production to date.
Maize grain shortage looming?
If there is a maize grain shortage next season, farmers will have to look for an alternative and that may not be easy.
Maize grain dilemma
North Island maize grain growers are facing an uncertain future in 2025 as the country's energy crisis hits the rural sector.