Tailored Roughage Management
For dairy cows
A balanced diet for the best results
A well balanced ration is one of the main drivers for optimising milk production. Roughage has a very positive impact on rumen function because it stimulates rumination. Roughage like grass, maize and Luzern silage form the basis for a good nutritional diet next to concentrate and grains. In addition, roughage is also a relatively cheap protein and energy source in most countries. This has a positive impact on economic results. Your De Heus specialist can always advise you on the optimal combination of nutrients available on your farm.
Technical and economic performance go hand-in-hand
The quality of your roughage management has a huge impact on your ration efficiency. Good roughage management will improve your production results, at a lower cost per litre of milk.
Get the best out of your roughage
The quality and availability of roughage varies considerably per season and per region. The result of ration efficiency is different on every farm. For example soil management and harvesting time are crucial elements in your roughage management. To get the most out of your roughage, our Ruminants specialists will help you with your roughage production, conservation and silo management.
Creating the most nutritious ration
Analysing roughage (Labo Expert) and how to use your roughage to create the most efficient nutritional ration will be customised to your own local situation. Whether you prefer grass silage or maize silage that will boost the nutritional value per hectare.
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Discover how we provide our expertise in animal feed to farmers all over the world. Be inspired by their success stories.
