Common Molds in Silage
Color Family Name Appearance/Occurrence Consequence Toxin White Geotrichum spp. Powdery white, as on the outside of Camembert cheese Depressed intake No Rhizopus spp. Appearance similar to mucor None No Byssochlamys nivea Fluffy, powdery white Poor rumen functions, gastric paralysis, death … Read More
Corn Plant Nutrients Needed for Average Soils
Soil pH 6.2-6.5 125 Bu. Per Acre Actual Nitrogen (“N”) 187 Lbs Phosphorus P2O5 40-50 Lbs Potash K2O 30-40 Lbs 150 Bu. Per Acre Actual Nitrogen (“N”) 225 Lbs Phosphorus P2O5 45-55 Lbs Potash K2O 35-45 Lbs 175 Bu. Per … Read More
The Value of RFS Hybrids
The Value of RFS Hybrids The purpose of RFS hybrids is to supply hybrids that have valuable nutritional characteristics, high yields and give our customers an economic advantage to produce them. To meet our Slect-Bred criteria, they must have: • A high … Read More
Ruminant Friendly Silage (RFS)
Ruminant Friendly Silage (RFS) Kussmaul Seeds’ goal is to continue developing hybrids that benefit producers. Corn silage is becoming the feed that dairy and beef producers are relying on to meet the nutritional needs of their animals. Ruminant Friendly Silage (RFS) hybrids … Read More
Leafy, The Right Choice for Silage Production
Leafy, The Right Choice for Silage Production Our Schlessman RFS leafy hybrids have been selected for their superior performance. Yield is high. Stress tolerance is high. Fiber is more digestible than grain hybrids. Kernels are less vitreous, more floury than dual purpose or … Read More
No Processor? Have to Feed Shortly After Harvest?
No Processor? Have to Feed Shortly After Harvest? Time to Rethink Your Corn Silage Variety Selection Corn silage is the premier high energy feed on most dairy farms. In corn silage, 55 – 60% is true forage and so fiber … Read More
How to Properly Sample Silage
How to Properly Sample Silage Sampling During Harvesting Collect three to five handfuls of chopped forage from the middle of a load during unloading, place in a plastic bag, and refrigerate immediately. Follow the same procedure for several loads throughout the day. Combine … Read More
The Power of the Kernel: Maximizing the Nutritional Value
The Power of the Kernel: Maximizing the Nutritional Value Corey Catt Forage Products Manager Latham Hi-Tech Seeds There are endless ways for dairy producers to increase efficiency and boost the bottom line. Technology advancements such as robotic milking systems and … Read More
Theoretical Length of Cut: Theory and Practice
Theoretical Length of Cut: Theory and Practice Dan Wiersma for Progressive Forage Grower Livestock Information Manager DuPont Pioneer Corn silage season is here, and one harvest-time adjustment growers must make is the length of cut, or particle size. Most dairy producers … Read More