One of the hardest early seasons yet

Very poor early grazing conditions and a low price for milk have resulted in one of the most difficult early seasons in memory for dairy farmers. 

One of the hardest early seasons yet

It has been particularly difficult for those who recently expanded rapidly and depend largely on very early grazing.

Most of the advice on feeding cows in spring is based on the assumption that there is plenty top quality grass available.

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