Autumn block-calving herds should target pre-grazing covers no greater than 3,000kgDM/ha, or they will compromise intakes and utilisation. Cows in early lactation won’t be able to graze swards that are 3,500kg or more, says grazing consultant Andre van Barneveld of Graise Consultancy. Pasture quality starts to drop as grass develops long stems, with tall swards […]
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