The milking herd is averaging 24.6 litres from 5.5kg of concentrates. First-cut silage on Richard Marshall’s farm was ensiled 10 days later this year when compared with the 2020 campaign. Similar to previous years, it was carried out in two phases, and the first 40 acres was mowed down on 16 May. “The first bit was snatch and grab. It was cut one day and then was put in the next morning. It got a light bit of rain, although it wasn’t too bad. Another 80 acres was put in on 24 May in ideal conditions,” Richard said. “It has been a later year for growth, so we had to wait like everyone else. Although considering that it was cut later, quality still seemed reasonable. It is not rocket fuel by any means, but I am happy enough,” he added.