With the Sustainable Farming Incentive paying £382/ha for planting multi-species leys (MSLs), interest in them is growing rapidly but livestock producers should carefully consider how they fit into existing forage systems. While there are many benefits, including increased biodiversity and better soil health,  MSLs require a different management regime... Read more

Modern silage films are making the ensiling process quicker and more reliable – and delivering a significant return on investment. “True oxygen barrier films can help reduce wastage and ensure more of the forage energy clamped is available for milk or livestock production,” says Jim Juby of Horizon Seeds.... Read more

Dairy farmers are being urged to prepare well ahead of the silage season so they are ready to cut at the first good weather opportunity. Last year, many farmers did not end up taking first cuts until June. Often this was because they weren’t in a position to move... Read more

Recycled waste clay and topsoil from the construction industry can help slash the cost of a new silage clamp – or increase specification without extra charges.

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A Norfolk farmer who irrigated maize to overcome last summer’s drought says doing so was cost-effective – despite the expense.

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Scientists have developed a new grass variety which could be a gamechanger for livestock farmers facing increasingly extreme weather conditions.

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