Improving feed efficiency to improve milk production and lower emissions
We improved feed management on farm to increase the protein content in silage and lower the farm’s GHG emissions.
Last updated on March 24th, 2023
Why does it matter?
Inefficient growing and harvesting management of roughage decreases protein efficiency, increases losses and costs, and makes farms less sustainable.
How did we solve this?
Danone supported 14 farms in improving their homegrown feed management practices. We implemented new ways for cultivating, harvesting and storing roughage, based on the farms’ specific situation.
Just two years after implementation, the homegrown feed’s silage protein content increased by 10% and the yearly milk production increased by 4%, on average. As a result of the project, GHG emissions also fell by 25%. Further results and more information on the action plan will be available soon.
Opportunities for other farms?
Feeding cows with adequate quantities of high-quality fodder is vital for any farm. These silage management practices are replicable to all farms with available land and local support.
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