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Liquid FeedsSpecialist Nutrition offers a wide range of high-energy liquid feeds tailored for Irish dairy, beef, and youngstock systems. Our molasses-based and blended liquid feeds improve ration palatability, enhance rumen function, and support consistent intake. Suitable for TMR and grass-based diets, our liquid feeds are a proven tool to drive animal performance and feed efficiency.
Moist FeedsSpecialist Nutrition offers a proven range of moist feeds designed to provide high energy, protein, and palatability to support performance in dairy, beef, and youngstock systems. Sourced from by-products of the food and drink industry, our moist feeds are a sustainable, cost-effective solution for inclusion in TMR, buffer feeding, or forage-based diets — ideal for Irish farms seeking value and performance.
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Dairy Minerals & SupplementsSupport the health and performance of your dairy herd with our high-quality mineral supplements. Designed for both lactating and dry cows, our dairy minerals provide essential trace elements and vitamins to improve fertility, boost immunity, and optimise milk production. Whether you’re feeding indoors or at grass, our tailored formulations help meet nutritional needs at every stage of the production cycle.
Beef Minerals & SupplementsSpecialist Nutrition offers a wide range of mineral supplements to support the health, productivity, and overall well-being of your livestock. Our minerals are formulated to meet the specific needs of dairy, beef, and youngstock, ensuring optimal bone health, fertility, and immune function. Whether you’re looking to improve milk yield, weight gain, or general vitality, our minerals are the foundation of a balanced and effective feeding program.
Calf Nutrition & Milk ReplacerEnsure the best start for your calves with Specialist Nutrition’s range of calf nutrition supplements. Our products are designed to support optimal growth, immune function, and overall health in youngstock. From high-quality milk replacers to essential vitamins and minerals, our calf nutrition solutions help improve feed efficiency and boost vitality, setting the foundation for a strong and productive herd.
Mycotoxin BinderProtect your livestock from the harmful effects of mycotoxins with Specialist Nutrition’s range of mycotoxin binders. Designed to neutralise toxins in feed, our products improve feed safety, enhance animal health, and reduce the risk of performance loss. Ideal for dairy, beef, and poultry systems, our mycotoxin binders ensure your herd and flock stay healthy and productive, even during high-risk feeding periods.
Protected fatBoost your livestock’s energy intake with Specialist Nutrition’s high-quality protected fat supplements. Our products are designed to provide a concentrated, highly digestible energy source that supports increased milk yield, weight gain, and overall performance. Perfect for dairy and beef herds, protected fats help maximise feed efficiency and support optimal health in various production stages.
Rumen enhancerSpecialist Nutrition’s rumen enhancers are designed to optimise rumen function, improve feed digestion, and boost overall livestock performance. Our carefully formulated products support efficient fermentation, enhance nutrient absorption, and improve milk yield, weight gain, and feed conversion. Trusted by Irish farmers, our rumen enhancers are the perfect solution for dairy, beef, and youngstock.
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Crop SeedsSpecialist Nutrition offers a wide selection of premium forage seeds designed to optimise yields and feed quality. Whether you’re planting grass, clover, or other forage crops, our seeds are selected for superior establishment, growth, and nutritional value. Ideal for Irish farming conditions, our forage seeds support efficient grazing and high-quality silage production.
Grass Seed MixesGrow top-quality home-grown forage with Specialist Nutrition’s range of grass seed mixtures. Carefully selected for Irish conditions, our seeds support high-yielding, nutritious swards for grazing, cutting, or multi-cut silage systems. Whether reseeding or overseeding, our grass seed options help improve forage quality, extend grazing seasons, and support better animal performance—all while reducing reliance on bought-in feed.
Silage AdditivesMaximise the nutritional value of your forage with our high-performance silage additives. At Specialist Nutrition, we supply a wide range of proven inoculants and preservatives designed to improve fermentation, reduce spoilage, and enhance feed efficiency for Irish farms. Browse our trusted range of products and find the right additive for your grass, maize, wholecrop, or other forage types.
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Silage CoversProtect your silage, remove the need for tyres and preserve feed quality with our high-performance silage covers. Silostop products include durable top sheets, oxygen barrier films, and nets designed to reduce spoilage, improve fermentation, and maximise dry matter retention.
Slurry enhancersImprove slurry management and boost fertiliser value with Specialist Nutrition’s range of slurry enhancers. Our solutions help break down solids, reduce crusting, lower ammonia emissions, and improve nutrient availability — making your slurry easier to handle and more effective in the field.
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Early SpringSupport a smooth transition into lactation with Specialist Nutrition’s early spring nutritional solutions. This season brings fresh challenges as cows calve and herds return to production. Our range is designed to help replenish key nutrients, support calcium balance, and stimulate early dry matter intake—setting cows up for strong milk yields, better body condition, and reduced health issues post-calving.
SpringAs the season shifts to spring, Specialist Nutrition provides a range of feed supplements and nutrition solutions designed to optimise livestock health and performance during this key time of year. From boosting energy and minerals to supporting growth and reproduction, our spring-focused products ensure your herd is ready for the demands of the season ahead. Perfect for dairy, beef, and youngstock systems, our spring solutions support your farm’s productivity and efficiency.
SummerShop summer nutrition and silage solutions for Irish farms. Manage herd nutrition, forage & silage season with seasonal products from Specialist Nutrition.
AutumnPrepare your herd and forage systems for the seasonal transition with Specialist Nutrition’s autumn-focused solutions. As grass quality declines and cows move from grazing to housing, our range of autumn minerals, supplements, and forage support products help maintain performance, improve fertility, and support immune function. Ideal for setting cows up for winter and ensuring a smooth dry-off period on Irish farms.
WinterMaintain herd health and performance throughout the housed period with Specialist Nutrition’s winter nutrition range. During this time, animals rely entirely on conserved forage and supplementary feed, making balanced nutrition essential. Our winter solutions are formulated to support immunity, fertility, and body condition while helping to optimise feed efficiency and reduce metabolic stress during cold and confined conditions.
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Calculate your fodder supply and demand using the Specialist Nutrition Feed Budget Calculator below for Feed Budgeting.

Fill in the white cells below and your feed budgeting results will be given in the grey cells.

Forage requirements

Dairy Cows (b7)

No of Stock to be kept over winter (c7)

No of Months (include 4 week Reserve) (d7)

Pit SilageNeeded T/animal/Month (e7)

Total Tonnes (f7)

DM % (g7)

Total Tonnes DM (h7)

Suckler Cows (b8)

No of Stock to be kept over winter (c8)

No of Months (include 4 week Reserve) (d8)

Pit SilageNeeded T/animal/Month (e8)

Total Tonnes (f8)

DM % (g8)

Total Tonnes DM (h8)

0-1 Year old (B9)

No of Stock to be kept over winter (c9)

No of Months (include 4 week Reserve) (d9)

Pit SilageNeeded T/animal/Month (e9)

Total Tonnes (f9)

DM % (g9)

Total Tonnes DM (h9)

1-2 Year old (b10)

No of Stock to be kept over winter (c10)

No of Months (include 4 week Reserve) (d10)

Pit SilageNeeded T/animal/Month (e10)

Total Tonnes (f10)

DM % (g10)

Total Tonnes DM (h10)

2+ Year old (b11)

No of Stock to be kept over winter (c11)

No of Months (include 4 week Reserve) (d11)

Pit SilageNeeded T/animal/Month (e11)

Total Tonnes (f11)

DM % (g11)

Total Tonnes DM (h11)

Total

Total Tonnes needed (f14)

Total Total Tonnes DM (h14)

Quantity of Forage Available (b17)

Grass 1st HQ (b19)

Length (m) (c19)

Breadth (m) (d19)

Height (m) (e19)

Tonnes (fresh) (f19)

DM % (g19)

Tonnes DM (h19)

Grass 1st HQ (b20)

Length (m) (c20)

Breadth (m) (d20)

Height (m) (e20)

Tonnes (fresh) (f20)

DM % (g20)

Tonnes DM (h20)

Grass 2nd LQ (b21)

Length (m) (c21)

Breadth (m) (d21)

Height (m) (e21)

Tonnes (fresh) (f21)

DM % (g21)

Tonnes DM (h21)

Grass 2nd LQ (b22)

Length (m) (c22)

Breadth (m) (d22)

Height (m) (e22)

Tonnes (fresh) (f22)

DM % (g22)

Tonnes DM (h22)

Total (g22)

Total Tonnes DM (h23)

Quantity of bales Available (b25)

Grass silage (b27)

Number (c27)

Yield (kg) (d27)

Tonnes (fresh) (f27)

DM% (g27)

Tonnes DM (h27)

Grass silage (b28)

Number (c28)

Yield (kg) (d28)

Tonnes (fresh) (f28)

DM% (g28)

Tonnes DM (h28)

Hay (b29)

Number (c29)

Yield (kg) (d29)

Tonnes (fresh) (f29)

DM% (g29)

Tonnes DM (h29)

Straw (b30)

Number (c30)

Yield (kg) (d30)

Tonnes (fresh) (f30)

DM% (g30)

Tonnes DM (h30)

Total (g32)

Total Tonnes DM (h32)

Other Crops (b34)

Fodder Rye (b36)

Tonnes (fresh) (f36)

DM% (g36)

Tonnes DM (h36)

Beet (b37)

Tonnes (fresh) (f37)

DM% (g37)

Tonnes DM (h37)

Fodder aronagold (b38)

Tonnes (fresh) (f38)

DM% (g38)

Tonnes DM (h38)

Maize (b39)

Tonnes (fresh) (f39)

DM% (g39)

Tonnes DM (h39)

Total (g41)

Total Tonnes DM (h41)

Feed budgeting results

Tonnes DM available (h43)

Tonnes DM required (h44)

Balance in negative (h45)

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