Green Gold is back by popular demand. Responding to feedback from customers about our lucerne chops, we have made strenuous efforts to secure supplies of Green Gold from this year’s crop of lucerne and it is now available once more. Lucie Chop SD is still available for those who prefer this longer fibre, sun-dried chop from Spain. At the same time, we have been successful in sourcing sun dried lucerne hay from the United States at a reasonable price. This is now in stock in 28.5kg bales.
Rain fall can trigger growth akin to a spring flush, especially if temperatures are high. Even whilst true spring may be in the past, the risk for those prone to laminitis will rise.
For the second consecutive Sunday, presenter Adam Henson has discussed the use of sainfoin during Countryfile.
''Feed the mare to feed the foal'' - wise words from many an experienced breeder. With little grass due to the dry weather, grazing can be topped up in the feed bowl.