Early or Normal cut Grass Silage for Dairy Cows in Organic Farming
The sub-arctic climate of northern Norway provides challenges to organic farmers who want to be self-sufficient with feed. Early harvested grass has higher nutritional value than grass harvested at normal time and may, due to low crop yields, be chosen when acerage is not a limiting factor. Silage o...
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| Summary: | The sub-arctic climate of northern Norway provides challenges to organic farmers who want to be self-sufficient with feed. Early harvested grass has higher nutritional value than grass harvested at normal time and may, due to low crop yields, be chosen when acerage is not a limiting factor. Silage of early harvested clover grass may reduce the need of supplementary protein feeds and concentrates in the ration. Traditionally, many farmers in Northern Norway harvest |
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