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Source: Chris Davidson, KW Senior Trader
With wheat prices edging higher and protein markets having further to rise than fall, carefully considering forward cover for summer feeds could be a wise move.
Source: Charlotte Ward, KW Nutritionist
Milk producers are being urged to check feed stocks and consider contingency plans in case extended autumn grazing and minimal regrowth since housing delays turnout.
Source: Dr Anna Sutcliffe, KW Nutritionist
As continuing energy deficits threaten to hold back milk production this winter, adjusting rations to increase energy intakes is vital if cows are to get back on target.
Source: Mark Scott, KW Senior Nutritionist
Even with lower purchased feed use whilst grazing, poor feed choice could be costing milk producers 1ppl or more this summer, with many losing more than they gain.
Source: Mark Scott, KW Senior Nutritionist
Dairy producers cutting costs during the summer can make feed choices which harm margins, by relying solely on parlour compounds or failing to offer sufficient feed alongside grazed grass.
Source: Mark Scott, KW Senior Nutritionist
Failing to correctly match starch feeds to forage quality this winter risks triggering acidosis, cutting milk from forage and reducing income over feed costs.
Source: Mark Scott, KW Senior Nutritionist
The latest research shows that feeding a slow-release rumen conditioner in addition to a live yeast can improve feed efficiency even more than using the yeast alone.
Source: Mark Scott, KW Senior Nutritionist
Maximising milk from forage by balancing rations to best support rumen function is the key to both lower feed costs per litre and higher margins this winter.
Source: Mark Scott, KW Senior Nutritionist
Overestimating milk yield from grazing and failing to balance nutrient supply to the rumen can cut yields, butterfats, and income this summer and next winter.
Source: Dr Anna Sutcliffe, KW Nutritionist
Poorly considered cutting of feed inputs in reaction to recent milk price cuts could see any gains quickly overtaken by losses in cow performance, health and fertility.
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