Swiss farmers draw on fodder reserves

In response to a shortage of protein-rich fodder, Switzerland has authorised temporary withdrawals from its compulsory reserves. Up to 20% of stocks may be used from September 1. Until the end of February 2027, it will therefore be possible to withdraw some 16,000 tonnes of fodder for animal feed from the compulsory stocks, the Federal Office for National Economic Supply (OFAE) announced on Monday. This decision by the delegate for national economic supply, Roland Pfister, aims to safeguard…