Studies show that that ensiled grain have greater starch digestibility than unfermented grains. Now we know why, and what to do about it.
Impact of the droughts across the US
The current droughts across the United States have a huge impact on the agriculture. Many areas of the United States continue to fight drought conditions. Moreover, they have an effect on forage availability and quality. Read about managing your silage under such difficult conditions.
Tips for optimal face management
Read about which parameters are relevant for managing a silage pile from harvest to feed out and the specifics on proper face management.
Checklist: Corn Harvest Preparations
Before corn silage harvest starts, what can we do ahead of time to prepare? Get some tips in the following article.
NAFB: Improving Corn Silage Quality
Listen to this NAFB interview with our silage expert Caitlin Mellinger about best corn silage quality!
Packing Density – key to optimal ensiling
High-quality silage is only created under optimal ensiling conditions and this includes having a packing density of at least 15-16 lb of DM/cubic foot. Read on for useful tips on obtaining a proper packing density.
Grass and Legume Silage Tips
High-quality silage is key to optimizing production on the farm. Check out the following management tips for producing high-quality grass and legume silage.