Feeding

Do you feed according to a strategy? And do you know you can influence the quality of your feed? It all starts with taking care of the soil and nutrients.  Then, by selecting the right crops, seeding, growing and harvesting, you can influence the taste and consistency of the feed. Also, the optimal fibre length is worth to discover. The six feeding principles below are your starting point for a strong feeding strategy, to feed your cows healthy and nutritious. 

Less rest feed, a more balanced meal for your cows, or less labour hours... there could be several reasons why you want to implement or optimize your feeding strategy. And yet, you might feel overwhelmed about where to start. Changing your feeding strategy can be a significant step, especially when you want to start feeding according to a totally new strategy. No matter your story, we are happy to get you started and share some tips.

And set up your dairy farm so that your feed strategy helps you achieve your business goals. With milk prices under pressure combined with a swirling business climate, it is valuable to be able to steer yourself towards efficiency and a higher profit margin. How do you do this and what elements can you influence?

Maize is the most common feed for dairy cows. As well as containing vital nutrients, the starch in maize also provides cows with the energy they need to produce milk and/or meat. When harvesting maize for whole crop silage it is essential to conserve 100% as this is your base for the coming year. This article looks at a few points that you should bear in mind.