Supplements
To choose the right supplement for your farm, you need consider the cost of energy (cents/MJ ME), storage, wastage, and feeding logistics.
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Total results 5
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Supplements Overview
Choosing the right supplement for your dairy farm requires careful consideration of factors such as energy content, cost, storage, wastage, and feeding logistics.
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Supplements Overview
Choosing the right supplement for your dairy farm requires careful consideration of factors such as energy content, cost, storage, wastage, and feeding logistics.
Feed•2 min read
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Density and Storage
Feed density and storage are crucial for dairy farming. The page provides details on the density and dry matter percentages of silage and hay, from direct cut grass to maize varieties.
Feed•1 min read
Density and Storage
Feed density and storage are crucial for dairy farming. The page provides details on the density and dry matter percentages of silage and hay, from direct cut grass to maize varieties.
Feed•1 min read
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Grass Silage
Pasture silage is pickled pasture, preserved through the conversion of its sugars into lactic acid by bacteria. This process extends the shelf life of the pasture beyond what it would have if exposed to open air.
Feed•6 min read
Grass Silage
Pasture silage is pickled pasture, preserved through the conversion of its sugars into lactic acid by bacteria. This process extends the shelf life of the pasture beyond what it would have if exposed to open air.
Feed•6 min read
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Maize Silage
Maize silage is a high-quality forage supplement made by ensiling maize crops in stacks or bunkers, used to supplement pasture for cows.
Feed•4 min read
Maize Silage
Maize silage is a high-quality forage supplement made by ensiling maize crops in stacks or bunkers, used to supplement pasture for cows.
Feed•4 min read
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Palm Kernel Extract
Palm Kernel Extract (PKE) is a by-product from South East Asia's palm oil industry. This feed, while initially unappetising to cows, becomes acceptable when pasture is scarce due to its decent energy and protein content.
Feed•3 min read
Palm Kernel Extract
Palm Kernel Extract (PKE) is a by-product from South East Asia's palm oil industry. This feed, while initially unappetising to cows, becomes acceptable when pasture is scarce due to its decent energy and protein content.
Feed•3 min read