Brian Reidy: As winter '22 ends, don't forget to plan for next winter's feed

At this time of year, we must begin to review plans for what crops to produce for the coming season, writes ruminant nutritionist Brian Reidy.

At this time of year, we must begin to review plans for what crops to produce for the coming season, writes ruminant nutritionist Brian Reidy.

While we have had a great spell of weather recently and many have had an opportunity to get slurry out, it’s still only the start of February and it’s likely that the winter is not over just yet. 

There is a fodder shortage brewing in some farms and there is a reasonable amount of silage being traded. This silage is of variable quality and costing big money.