Beef cattle in the arable rotation has many benefits to both beef and arable producers. But what are the costs and margins involved?
This calculator will allow you to select (mix and match) different costs that need to be considered from fencing infrastructure to establishing a ley and rearing cattle. You can also estimate the potential margin from the cattle.
For further information on livestock in arable rotations go to AHDB's dedicated page at:
Livestock and the arable rotation
Download the mix and match costings calculator below.
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