14/06/2016
Dairy Farming Business Tips.
1.Determine the number of cows you want to start your dairy business with
2.Estimate the dairy feed needed to adequately sustain the cows you want to start with and decide how you will be getting it throughout the year.
3.Design and construct the necessary structures and facilities including zero-grazing units adequate for the cows.
4.Determine the labour requirements for the dairy herd and the options available:hired labour or family labour.
5.Do a partial budget analysis to make sound financial decisions.This helps determine profitability within the set dairy standards.
6.Draw up a plan and set your goals and benchmarks.
7.Put all the needed resources together and get started.
NOTE:Practice the right management practices on the farm.
(a.)At any one time,ensure three quarters of your cows are in milk and a quater is dry.
(b.)Grow and conserve quality fodder,including legumes on your farm.
(c.)Utilize manure from your farm to produce fodder or make money by selling it.
(d.)Maintain a healthy dairy herd through proper housing,hygiene,vaccinations and timely treatment.
(e.)Set your financial goals,quality standards and manage your farm well to achieve the set goals.
(f.)Keep records to gauge the performance of the enterprise.
(g.)Rare your calves well to have your own replacement stock
