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The value of optimising forage qualityÌý

Feeding high-quality silage with an ME of 11.5 or higher can achieve an extra 2.35kg of milk per cow per day, as well as help reduce a herd’s carbon footprint

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The value of optimising forage qualityÌý

Incorporating high-quality silage into the ration can reduce the need for compound feed inclusion, resulting in lower greenhouse gas emissions and a more cost-effective diet, according to new data...

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