Brian Reidy: 2024 silage quality — poor feed value is all too common

I would really encourage beef and dairy producers to get silage tested early this year

Silage quality varies significantly, with many being extremely disappointed and surprised with the results for their first cut.

This autumn is proving to be yet another difficult spell for beef and dairy producers. 

Grass growth continues to be very low across the country. Some areas have had rain, while others have had almost none. Either way, the breeze, along with many other factors, seems to be totally depressing growth and it has been almost impossible for any herds to bank grass for the autumn.