Maize / Plastic Trials Open Day 2021 ” A most educational and information packed day was the consensus from all those who attended the Maize Crop open day at Barryscourt Farm ” The Southern Fuel & Farm Supplies Ltd & Barrett Agri Maize / Plastic Trials open day at the company’s farm in Barryscourt, Carrigtwohill […]
Key Points for Contractors sowing Forage Maize It’s time to consider Forage Maize for the coming season as we head through March and on towards sowing time. We thought it wise to write to you as a key Maize Contractor in the region, with a few ideas and observations which might prove beneficial to all […]
Maize 2021 Forage Maize now more than ever must be considered by dairy and beef live stock farmers. It has a vital place in the diet where optimal animal performance and excellent animal health are paramount to success. Maize brings a base line of consistent quality nutrition to the diet of Dairy Cows, so important […]
OMEX Liquid Fertilisers – Ireland The case for moving to Liquid Fertiliser for Tillage Crops along with Grass / Forage production. The choice and option for farmers to use Liquid Fertiliser (Sprayer application), in place of granular products is now a reality.The question most farmers ask is why would I consider using liquid fertiliser instead […]
Minerals – Beef Minerals make up a small portion of an animals diet but they should be fed to all stock to maintain good health. Finishing animals need to receive a suitable mineral / vitamin supplement regardless of the length of the finishing period. All growing animals should receive appropriate minerals for the duration of the winter housing […]
Minerals First Choice Minerals Research has shown that minerals, trace elements and vitamins are essential nutrients for the health and performance of ruminant livestock. Mineral imbalances can cause major loss of profit to farmers. Correct vitamin, mineral and trace element balance is essential for the prevention of a wide range of problems including lameness, ill thrift, reduced […]
Maxammon “A Game Changer in Feeding Animals for Performance” ! The story of Maxammon Grain Additive started for us almost 10 years ago. My interest in the concept of treating grain for on farm storage started 25 years before that from a conversation I had with a very prominent and well know seed company […]
Winter Fodder By Con McCarthy Unfortunately a shortage of Winter fodder is almost a certainty this coming Winter. There is still time for farmers to plant winter forage crops to help alleviate fodder shortfalls. Various options are available in the form of grasses or brassica crops. In the case of grasses ,the seed that will be […]
Feeding high rates of Maxammon cereals safely when forage is tight For those currently getting short on forage or not able to get to grass full time and already feeding 4 to 6 kg of Maxammon cereals to Dairy cows, you can easily increase rates per day to 9-10Kg while maintaining performance and animal/rumen health. […]