Tech Notes
Negative Energy Balance
The genetic and physical demands on a freshly calved cow will often see the ‘colostrum’ cow being underfed. This inability to match energy input with demand is often exaggerated for a number of reasons. “Colostrum is energy dense and requires large energy inputs to...
Pre-season maintenance for in-shed feeding
Over the season humidity/dampness and possible water contamination may cause some product to stick to the side walls of the silo and can also build up and block the delivery system. GrainCorp Technical Feed Partner, Ken Winter says “This material can become stale...
GRAINCORP ANNOUNCES NEW PARTNERSHIP
GrainCorp Animal Nutrition New Zealand is excited to announce the commencement of a strategic partnership with ProviCo Rural. ProviCo Rural are manufacturers of a range of high-quality milk replacers, for calves, kids, and lambs, marketed under the ProfeLAC...
Feed plans more crucial than ever for honing efficiencies and protecting margins
Tough times, be it bad weather, lack of feed or poor payouts, can strip farmers of profitable margins and rob them the luxury of complacency that high payouts can sometimes provide. Vigilance in these times with clear direction and a plan that focuses on...
Minerals crucial as wet weather poses lameness and mastitis risks for North Island dairy farmers
Correct mineral supplementation will be crucial as wet weather and sodden soils increase the risk of cow lameness and mastitis this Spring, according to GrainCorp Feeds Technical Feed Partner Ken Winter. “This winter has seen unprecedented wet weather, and in many...
Monensin: The Blue-Chip Feed Additive
We are living in times when there is a lot of pressure to ensure that we get as much value from feed (both supplement feed and pasture) to not only make our cows more efficient but also to improve their health and wellbeing. Therefore, farmers need to find ways and...
Mineral Status. Be proactive.
Right now, a lot of farmers are about to start spring calving, and the stage for success or mediocracy is being set by the simple choices and actions we make right now. This winter has seen unprecedented wet weather, and, in many areas, soils are saturated. If this...
Transitioning Cows
Getting cows up to peak milk as high as you can in the shortest possible time while losing the least amount of body condition, literally sets the potential for your whole season. Grass is our cheapest feed but also one of the biggest limiting factors due to its...
Selling cows and cutting feed to reduce costs may hamper profitability long-term
Selling cows and cutting feed to reduce costs may hamper profitability long-term As the new dairy season gets underway and farmers tackle ongoing financial challenges, GrainCorp Feeds New Zealand is urging them not to make hasty decisions about selling cows and...
Canola Meal
What is Canola? Canola is a perennial brassica plant that comes from the same family as mustard, broccoli and turnips. It is a cool season plant where it best grows in conditions with cool nights and hot days which allow it to develop its unique fatty acids. From...