On farm DM testing a must come rain or shine

摘要

Uncovered silage clamps that are open to the rain are one of the biggest causes of forage dry matter variability, which makes routine on farm forage dry matter testing a must on any unit.All too often, extended periods of wet weather can coincide with cows suddenly clearing up a TMR which has met demand in the weeks previous. Nutritionist, Hefin Richards of Rumenation Nutrition Consultancy says it simply comes down to reduced dry matters as a result of forages taking on rain water. As a result, cows have to eat more to meet their needs.