Dairy and drystock farms report 18% and 29% fodder supply surplus

2021 had been a good grass growing year and there were periods of good weather allowing excellent quality fodder to be made

Farmers have also had the benefit of an extended grazing period this autumn/early winter. Picture: iStock

The current position regarding the availability of fodder supplies was described as “very healthy” by Agriculture, Food and Marine Minister Charlie MacConalogue.

Replying to a Dáil question from Independent TD Carol Nolan, Mr McConalogue outlined the results of the Teagasc fodder survey.