Maize set to become the worlds largest grain crop
The maize crop is set to overtake wheat to become the largest grain crop in the world - with a staggering 197 million hectaresgrown globally by 2030.
November 2022
Our new Nutrient Management Plan service to help boost yields
Our experts have launched a new service to help grassland farmers target the correct nutrients for their soil, boost productivity, remain profitable and reduce carbon emissions
October 2022
Surviving the winter and beyond
With the backdrop of the highest inflation rate for 40 years, rising interest rates, difficulty finding labour and the worst drought since 1976, this winter is going to be a real challenge.
October 2022
Making the most of maize
With strong milk prices, high feed costs and the drive to farm sustainably, be sure to capitalise on this year’s forage maize crops as a high-energy, home-grown feed
September 2022
Switch dry cows and youngstock to straw-based ration to preserve forage
Farmers fearing forage shortages because of the recent dry weather could help ease the pressure by feeding a straw or wholecrop-based ration to dry cows and youngstock
September 2022
Make the most of your milk income by improving ration efficiency
Despite increasing costs, unknown forage quality and extra restrictions from milk processors, an increasing milk price provides a great opportunity to get the most out of your milk contract this winter.
August 2022
Minimising silage losses makes increasing sense
High fertiliser and feed costs mean producing the best possible silage makes even more sense this season – especially with strong milk prices.
June 2022
Brassicas - could they be the key to lowering your feed costs?
Brassica forage crops offer a flexible feeding option for livestock farmers with a range of sowing and feeding dates to produce all year-round feed
May 2022
Planning your crop nutrient requirements
Well managed soils together with a nutrient management plan to balance the requirements of the crop based on yield and potential for growth will ensure that there is enough quality forage is in the clamp next winter.
February 2022
Options for overcoming high fertiliser prices
Farmers should take a measured approach when considering fertiliser use this year following an unprecedented rise in prices since June 2020.
February 2022