Long-Term Livestock Feed Storage (04/24)

Livestock feed prices usually follow the laws of supply and demand with costs for both the feed and transport spiking as demand rises.

While some livestock feed options need to be purchased close to when they are about to be used, others can be purchased when prices are low and stored until they are needed.
This longer-term storage approach can provide options for farmers as droughts tighten their grip.

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Drought Research Reports

Restocking strategies (12/23)

Animal health considerations when restocking

Drought budgeting and banking (10/23)

Drought takes a toll on farmers whether it be physically, financially or emotionally

Animal health in drought (09/23)

Cattle and sheep can be more vulnerable to the effects of parasites and infectious diseases during droughts due to lower immunity associated with poor nutrition and increased transmission from animals being closer to each other.

Annual Reviews

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