Grass intake per cow is down but the grass spend per hectare is the same, so it becomes more expensive. Total feed intake is also down a little, the bought silage is much more costly than growing our own grass and milk production is down, all combine to lower the total feed margin. … [Read more...]

There are many indicators in the table with this report but good indicators must answer the right questions. One good question is: “How efficient is a particular physical input?” … [Read more...]

Average graze rest time is 32 days (ranging from 19 to 38 days).  After buying 50ML of temporary water, the farm has just enough for one and a half more waterings. A good drop of rain before the end of the month would be perfect. … [Read more...]

The MDF’s feed margin (the money left over after all feed costs) is holding up well at $1,534 for every day over the month. … [Read more...]

Keeping grass energy intake per cow high is an important skill.  Offering plenty of quality grass every day is one part. The other part is having a herd that is demanding a high intake. … [Read more...]