How to prepare for a successful silage-making season

Reflecting on last year's silage season and ensuring everything is ready ahead of cutting this year will pay dividends

Katie Jones
Editor, Farmers Guardian and Dairy Farmer
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How to prepare for a successful silage-making season

A meeting early in the year with the contractor, or the farm team if silage is made in-house, alongside the farm's nutritionist and consultant is essential when conducting an early-season review of silage-making,...

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