Practical feeding tips for challenging conditions

About this episode

This episode discusses practical feeding strategies for dairy farmers facing feed shortages in varying weather conditions.

In this episode, Dairy Australia’s National Animal Health & Welfare Lead, Dr Stephanie Bullen speaks with Donna Woerz from Debenham Australia, about how dairy farmers can navigate feed shortages in wet and dry conditions. Donna shares insights on why fodder supplies are tight, what practical steps farmers can take to manage their feed budgets and how to get the most out of what’s on hand. From effective fibre to alternative feeds, transition diets and young stock care, this is a practical discussion for making smart, informed feeding decisions through tough seasonal conditions. For more resources to help manage feed and other on-farm challenges, visit Dairy Australia – Issues and Emergencies Related links Feeding & Farm Systems If you have suggestions for future podcast episodes, you can get in contact with us by emailing dairypod@dairyaustralia.com.au   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Host: Stephanie Bullen

Guest: Donna Woerz

Topics covered

• feeding tips
• feed shortages
• dairy farming
• animal health
• welfare

Keywords

• fodder supplies
• feed budgets
• alternative feeds
• transition diets
• young stock care

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Debenham Australia

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