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In this case, an additional 400 mL/cow/day is required to cover the increase in cost per ton. While it is easy to lose milk when moving down to a lower-level meal, it is equally as easy to improve milk production by using a higher spec’d ration. Good nutrition can also positively impact fertility and immunity, and reduce costs spent to correct those factors elsewhere. On the other hand, poor nutrition can negatively affect those same factors and quickly cause chaos on-farm. When looking at both of these equations, it is surprising how fast the margin can be lost. This effect can be compounded if rations are changed at the wrong time, such as when early-in-milk or around peak production, as every litre that a cow makes above peak production is worth an estimated extra 100+ litres in the lactation. With so many voices and opinions out there on how to choose a good dairy meal, it is important to remember that when under financial pressure, there is no use in saving yourself into bankruptcy. Properly fed and managed cows produce to their genetic potential, and milk in the tank is what drives profit. Contact your local De Heus technical advisor to assist withmargin over feed queries – https:// www.deheus.co.za/meet-our-team/. www.deheus.co.za | 031 785 1575 | infosa@deheus.com Herfs/Autumn 2026 BONUS www.agribonus.co.za 94