Assessing feed on hand

• What feed do I have? Is it suitable?
• How much hay do I have?
• How much grain do I have?
• Do I have any other feed, for example silage?
• How long will the feed last?

Assessing feed available to purchase

• Assuming purchases will be necessary, what is the price and availability of suitable feeds?
• For how long will feed be available to purchase?
• Is it worthwhile selling conserved fodder, such as hay, and buying another type of feed, such as grain?
• What assistance is available for transporting fodder?
• Will reserves be adequate to cover increased seasonal needs—for instance, at calving or in winter?
• Have I allowed for full drought feeding as opposed to supplementary feeding?
• What are the prospects for agistment or leasing?