Good potential in this year’s maize crops looks set to give dairy farmers an opportunity to clamp decent tonnages of quality silage, which could provide a useful buffer with uncertain milk prices, says Volac silage expert, Ken Stroud. 

How much does your forage maize cost you to grow – including cultivations, seed, drilling, fertiliser, sprays, harvesting and clamping? No doubt it’s worth it. Maize is an energy-rich forage.

With the drive to farm sustainably, maize is an excellent source of homegrown starch and energy for dairy cows. 

In this article, we will delve into essential considerations for successful silage making and maintaining its quality throughout the entire silage making process.

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