If silage is too dry, it has lower digestibility because of harder kernels and more lignified stover. In addition, dry silage does not pack as well, increasing the potential for air pockets and mold.

One of the most practical ways to reduce seepage from high moisture forage is to add an absorbent to the silage. Ground grain or straw can be used to reduce moisture by 1% for each 30 lb. of dry ...

Well prepared calving pens are essential for the health and safety of both farmers and animals. Aim for one clean, bedded ...

The first big opportunity with male sterile hybrids is they don’t develop the grains, so you don’t have to worry about ...

State hay market summary reports for the week ending March 8, from the U.S. Department of Agriculture-Market News Service.

With silage, Matovu said you do not have to worry about grazing in the dry season because silage can be preserved for long and given to animals throughout the year. Storing silageMatovu said it ...

Dairy cows have faced a mammoth task in changing dry matter intake from pre-calving to post-calving – which was exacerbated by silage with a lower NDFd figure, said Mr Adamik. He explained that, three ...

A trial shows how grass silage inoculant can improve fibre digestibility and boost milk yield by over 1L per day. Discover the benefits.