The Silage Guys at Strategic Agribusiness offer a portfolio of products and services focused on assisting farmers, dairymen and cattlemen grow, harvest, store and feed the best possible forage.
There are many variables in producing high-quality silage. The process starts with the highest quality feedstuff and the careful preservation of both quality and quantity. Our goal is to guide producers through the art and science of silage production by identifying and eliminating or reducing problems.
DAIRY/CATTLEMEN
HARVEST CREW
FARMER/GROWER
QUALITY SILAGE
FOR THE COW
Experts agree these are some of the most basic guidelines for producing, storing and feeding high quality silages:
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The quality of the fresh feed largely determines the quality of the silage.
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Proper chopping and processing helps insure optimum fermentation.
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Use a proven inoculant that fits your operations goals.
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Fast filling to prevent prolonged exposure of fresh feed to air is important.
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Adequate packing ensures fast fermentation and prevents exposure to air during storage.
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Covering and sealing the silage as soon as possible after ensiling is critical.
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Good face management and proper feed out is critical.
Preparation is paramount to growing, harvesting, storing and feeding the best possible silage.
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Set goals for your silage.
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Identify your team.
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Make a plan!
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Execute the plan.