Low grass growth causing fodder crisis

With exceptionally low grass growth and tight silage supply, some farmers are facing a fodder crisis.
Low grass growth causing fodder crisis

The fodder crisis is worse on farms where the purchase of outside fodder seems cost-prohibitive, simply due to lack of funds.

With the cold weather set to continue for the short-term, firstly, quantify the amount of silage, fodder and grazing available on your farm.

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