Current figures indicate that deliveries peaked on 28 April at 37.93ml, with the 7-day rolling average peaking on 29 April at 37.77ml. These figures may be subject to revision.
Dry weather sees yields drop back
Milk yields have been impacted by prolonged dry weather seen throughout April, with grass growth rates much lower than last year in the build up to the peak. The latest Forage for Knowledge grass growth data shows an a large increase in grass growth for the week ending 22 May, with growth rates now exceeding those seen last year. If this continues it could aid milk production in coming weeks.
