This DFA will make you money! Previously, we talked about increasing yield by using polycultures. This month, we are going to talk about evaluating the yield of any forage crop and a new way of looking at the results. Of course, when a new metric is introduced, you also have a new acronym! We naturally choose one unique to the dairy business so as not to have anyone confused. Our Continue Reading
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How to maximize production to keep up with rising land values and growing herd sizes?
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How to have crops that will withstand and even thrive on large amounts of manure?
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The bewildering dairy economy demands we reexamine all phases of our operations. By utilizing forages that closely mirror the desired dairy ration parameters, our clients significantly decrease concentrate needs and increase profitability. Pressures on dairies and feedlots from the surrounding community require a better plan for nutrient management. And finally, what we have learned about forages in the last 15 years can provide you a better plan to deal with all these challenges.
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Forage Innovations becomes an integral link between you, your nutritionist, agronomist and the rest of your management team. We can design custom forage programs that benefit your operation in ration costs, soil health, dairy efficiency, nutrient management and herd health. Forage systems are not all the same. Your farm is different, and we help you get the most out of it.
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Mixing It Up – The Power of Polycultures
In some circles, it is always a struggle between yield and quality when it comes to forage production. Well, which one is more important? Here at Forage Innovations (FI), we have a difficult time choosing ourselves! Obviously, you cannot be effective with a high-forage diet (and this is always our goal) if the quality (read---digestibility) is lacking. And at the same time, you cannot feed a Continue Reading
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Do you have a detailed forage plan to ensure maximum profitability of your dairy farm?
Do you know exactly what your feed costs are and how quality forage impacts those costs?
Is the stress and frustration of today’s dairy environment taking the joy out of your profession?
Not having a Feed and Forage Plan may already be costing you and your dairy operation significantly.
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