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Maize silage is a kind of livestock feed, usually for cattle, that is comprised of finely-chopped (less than 1 inch pieces) corn, or maize. The plant is cut off whole approximately 2 inches above ground level, and then mechanically chopped up. It is then put into anaerobic storage for a time until it can "ensile", or ferment, to bring out the most nutrition possible and make it store for as long as possible.
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Examples of forages?
Alfalfa, grasses, grains (wheat, barley, maize).
What has the author J M Wilkinson written?
J M. Wilkinson has written: 'The conservation and utilization of maize silage' -- subject(s): Corn, Silage, Ensilage, Corn as feed
How do you spell silage?
The correct spelling is S-I-L-A-G-E. Silage refers to fodder that has been compacted and stored in airtight conditions for fermentation, typically used as animal feed.
Where is silage stored?
In a silage pit or as bales
What crops do Lithuania grow?
Grain is grown in Lithuania, for hay and silage. They grow grain very early in order to smother the production of weeds. Maize is also grown for silage production on some progressive bendroves and there is increasing interest in its use now that early maturing varieties, that can produce a good crop in most years, are available.
What is a good sentence with the word silage in it?
The farmer fed silage to the pigs.
Can pigs eat silage?
No, horses should not be fed silage. Silage is a fermented feed stuff and single compartmeted stomaced animals can not digest it properly. Horses fed silage can become very ill, colic and even die. Silage is meant for ruminant animals.
What should be the pH of silage?
pH of silage should be in between 4.2-4.8
What is the protein average on corn silage?
Protein average in corn silage is 6-9%.
What is the purpose of silage fermentation?
Silage fermentation helps in the lowering of the forage to a certain point.
What are limitations of silage as conserved fodder?
If the silage is exposed to any amount of oxygen, there is high potential for spoilage. When silage is spoiled, it cannot be used for livestock. Thus silage cannot be stored just anywhere, it must be stored in such a way that no oxygen is able to get into it. That enables the anaerobic bacteria to do their job and keep the silage as unspoiled as possible.
What is the life cycle of a maize?
Maize Maize Maize
