60 to 65 percent for upright stave silos. 60 to 70 percent for bags. 65 to 70 percent for bunkers. Due to variability among hybrids and growing conditions, measure silage moisture using a commercial ...

Silage that is harvested too dry can undergo serious storage losses (especially ... will provide flexibility in harvesting at the proper moisture content and extend the "safe" harvest period (Table 1) ...

Drought-stressed, limited grain-filled corn silage still can retain a majority of its feeding value, North Dakota State University Extension specialists say. Whole-plant moisture and the plant’s ...

The microwave method for testing moisture content is quick, easy and accurate in the absence of a moisture tester. To test the moisture content, weigh out exactly 100 grams of silage (adjusting for ...

It is important to measure the moisture content using a moisture tester before making silage to ensure that it is within the proper range. Do not use too much liquid molasses, this is another ...

Silage is feed that has been preserved by acidification - the result of fermentation in the absence of oxygen. Any green crop with adequate water-soluble carbohydrates (sugars) and the correct ...

To evaluate sorting, use a Penn State shaker box to measure TMR particle size. Sample the feed at delivery, a few hours after feeding, and again before the next feeding. A difference of more than 10% ...