There are few details on the manure market that demand attention, so that the collection contributions stabilize. However, this is seen as a normal pattern after spring application and mowing the first cut.
When it comes to spreading manure at arable farmers, it is now mainly a matter of waiting for the first plots to become available. Until then, however, there will be little activity to be seen.
Manure supply moderate
The manure supply in the Netherlands is generally moderate. Most livestock farmers have seen an opportunity to get rid of manure in the spring, although there are always bottlenecks where there is a compelling supply.
In the first quarter, approximately 2018% more manure was transported compared to 20. In addition, there is enough storage space in the manure silos, because they were all emptied in the spring. Livestock farmers often have to take a price bump rather than having no sales opportunities.
Drive out longer
What this year anders than in previous years, it is certain that the manure can be spread until September 15. Therefore, there should be enough time to go into winter with sufficient manure pit space. However, make sure that you have insight into how much manure space is available on your farm in a timely manner.
This article is part of this week's published Trend report Arable farming Pro, which also focuses on the grain market, onion market and potato market. Click here to read the Trend Report.