Eolas Dariy Discussion Group

07 November 2018 07 November 2018 Short Meeting:  We will have a quick walk of Brendan’s paddocks to see how they have performed since we were there on October 11th  Also we will have a short discussion on Dry Cow Therapy - Reports on difficulty in getting teat sealer. 1st Aid Meeting: - Tuesday, December 4th Potash (K) There is no limit on the amount of K you can spread and when you can spread it. K is very important, not only for good Silage yields but also for Grazing. - Spread 1bag/acre of Muriate of Potash (50% K) in November to all land and more on silage ground, if soils tests recommends it. - Spreading Potash now helps to maintain grass over the winter and keep it from decaying. - Like an “antifreeze” as it were. Enclosed: 1. Management Hints for Nov 2018 2. Info on Potash.