A shortage of basic feed can be life-threatening – how can one react to this?
If it becomes clear that the feed supply will not be sufficient for the coming winter months, a swift and targeted response is necessary. There are measures that can be implemented in the medium and short term.
In this conversation between Dr. Walter Starz and PD Dr. Andreas Steinwidder practical strategies for dealing with a shortage of basic feed are discussed, ranging from lower-energy rations for heifers to whole-plant silage and catch cropping, as well as purchasing feed, reducing the number of animals, and other possibilities.
Here for you is the complete interview between Dr. Walter Starz and our Head of Research and Innovation, PD Dr. Andreas Steinwidder on the topic of "Acute shortage of basic feed - react quickly":
Weiterführende Unterlagen:
- The technical brochure on climate change adaptation, based on the podcast series, contains short and informative technical articles for further reading and
- Supplementary sets of slides for teaching and consulting in all agricultural areas.
Handouts on the topic of basic feed shortage from HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein
