There is now an almost universal expectation that forage maize crops in Northern Ireland will be harvested in about a fortnight’s time
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. This is three weeks earlier than would normally be the case. Co. Down grower, Allan Chambers, will be harvesting 180ac of forage maize this year. He commented: “The entire crop is grown on contract. Weather permitting, we should be able to harvest the entire maize acreage in less than three days. “The crop is harvested in the field and transported back to the yard using trailers, where it is transferred to lorries for onward delivery to our customers. “We do not ensile any of the maize. Specific dry matter and starch content values are agreed with customers at time of planting. “The delivered crops are analysed fresh upon arrival at their final destination.” Chambers is also confirming an exceptionally early harvest date for his 2025 maize crop. He said: “I don’t think final yields will be higher than any other year. “However, there are tremendous benefits associated with the opportunity of harvesting maize earlier in the season.” Forage maize The Co. Down tillage farmer views ...