All too often dairy farmers push their parlor concentrate-feeder buttons to keep cows calm while they’re being milked. But inaccurate feeders can be a drain on finances. As the cost of concentrates is on the increase, dairy farmers need to be sure their feeders are dispensing the correct amounts. Otherwise the cow could be overfed or even underfed.
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With 20 years experience behind him, award-winning agricultural journalist Chris McCullough is always on the hunt for his next story. He grew up on the family dairy farm in the heart of Northern Ireland and is based on the country’s east coast. He travels around the world to bring readers international news.





