Winter cattle feed The aim of every farmer is to have adequate
good quality winter feed on the farm for all stock well in
advance. Unfortunately this has not been possible for many this
year. Most of the farmers on heavy or wet land not only have a
scarcity of grass but a fairly big deficiency in their winter
feed supplies. Most farmers have already carried out a winter
feed budget, but it has been difficult for those who have a
serious shortage to solve their problem, due to the scarcity and
price of available supplies. The high price of concentrates is
compounding the problem. Grass growth and weather has been
generally good since the start of September and most farmers
have lengthened rotations to over 30 days in order to provide a
supply of good grass for the autumn grazing. Rather than cutting
late cuts of light silage it is much more economical to graze it
in situ if possible. Meanwhile, a definite winter feed plan
should be put in place and all options examined. A combination
of reducing stock, extendi