Dairy Operation Articles & Analysis: This-Year
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The farm supports a herd of approximately 360 milking cows and has adopted silage bagging as a central component of its feed strategy. The dairy operation relies primarily on fescue-based silage, which provides the fiber, energy, and nutrients essential for milk production and herd health. ...
Feed costs are the largest expense for dairy farms, typically making up 50% or more of the total operating costs. ...