Fodder security group urges farmers to save an extra 20% in winter stocks
The group warned farmers should plan and act now for appropriate fertilisation rates and harvest dates to ensure sufficient supply of high-quality silage.
Irish stockmen have been urged to prioritise rebuilding fodder stocks to 20% above their normal winter requirements, as advisors fear the repercussions of sparing fertiliser use over the last year could force farms into a fodder shortage in the winter.
A challenging March has already caused issues for dairy, drystock and tillage farmers, attendees heard at the latest meeting of the Fertiliser Sub-group of the National Food and Fodder Security Committee (NFFSC).
