Corn silage may be in short supply this year, making the quality even more important than usual. Follow these recommendations to monitor moisture and minimize losses.
Harvesting corn silage at the right moisture content and particle size is critical to making high-quality silage. Have a look at different methods and tools to monitor whole-plant moisture content.
The smell of normal, fresh silage should be minimal, but what if something goes awry and it’s not so minimal? Learn more about the fermentation process and how to assess quality using sight, smell and feel.
Silage additives and inoculants are typically incorporated into silage crops to help balance deficiencies in bacteria population and support an efficient fermentation process.
Planting early is always best, but when that’s not possible, what does it mean for corn silage quality and yield? We’ll explore both with agronomist Dr. Kraig Roozeboom.
Two crucial components to corn silage are moisture and the harvesting process. Learn the best ways to measure your plant moisture and key factors for a successful harvest.
When it comes to first-cut alfalfa, it’s best to start with the end in mind – know what quality and yield are needed for your dairy or beef cows. Higher-quality alfalfa silage can increase your relative feed value. For dairy and beef producers, this can help improve animal performance while maintaining profitability.
Hitting the sweet spot for a corn silage optimal plant population rate might seem easy, but there are a few things to consider, as you fine tune the rate for your fields.
