Content related to the sectors: beef-lamb

9 March 2021

Feeding cereal grains to livestock: moist vs dry grain

Understand the differences in harvest timing, additives, storage and feeding requirements of moist and dry grains.

30 April 2026

Feeding cereal grains to livestock – the options

Our guide to cereal grain options for cattle and sheep feed can help you make informed decisions about what’s best for your system.

9 March 2021

Preservation and storage of cereal grains for livestock feed

The options for preservation depend mainly on the dry matter (DM) content of the material being harvested, whether the grain and straw are being harvested separately, and the facilities for on-farm processing and storage.

9 March 2021

Processing cereal grains for livestock feed

The type of cereal and whether the grain will be fed to cattle or sheep can influence processing requirements.

17 June 2026

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15 January 2024

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9 March 2021

Tips for processing, preserving and storing cereal grains for livestock feed

This page highlights key considerations for harvesting, processing and storing cereal crops destined to be fed to beef cattle and sheep.

9 March 2021

Choosing cereal crops to grow for livestock

From nutritional requirements to soil types, this page highlights important considerations when deciding which cereal crop to grow for cattle or sheep feed.

9 March 2021

Feeding cereal grains to livestock

Cereals can provide ruminants with a rich source of energy, in the form of starch, that can, when fed with care, have a positive effect on animal performance.

13 July 2021

Medicine Hub quick reference user guide

Find out how to use Medicine Hub with our quick reference guide

26 February 2021

New grazing and forage calendar

Turnout this spring may need to be flexible, but it’s not too late to tackle those early management tasks. Analysing borehole water, soil sampling and having a meeting with your contractor to discuss expectations and price are all important jobs to be done by the end of February.

25 March 2025

Net zero: a glossary of terms

A glossary of terms relating to carbon and Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions