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Precise supplementation will be key to get the best from this year's silage

Silage results look to be reflective of the variable weather conditions and indicate precise rationing will be key to maintain intakes

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Farmers are being advised to take more frequent silage samples, to understand exactly what is in the clamp.
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Farmers are being advised to take more frequent silage samples, to understand exactly what is in the clamp.

Following the disruptive weather conditions so far this summer, results from this year's silage samples have been variable. As a result, supplementation will be key in feed rations and farmers are...

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