How the quality of silage can be improved.

• Use the right type of grass and legume species ensiled
• Cut grass at the right stage of growth of the species ensiled
• Ferment for at least three weeks or appropriate
• Use the right type and amount of additive such as urea
• Use appropriate temperature during fermentation.
• Careful harvesting of the material to reduce losses of leaves and contamination by soil.
• Proper sealing of the silos to prevent re-entry of air into the silo.
• Proper fermentation of the material to exclude oxygen and acid fermentation.
• Proper chopping of the material to ensure proper fermentation.
• Wilting of the material before ensiling to reduce the moisture content and reduce the possibility of rotting.
• Addition of additives to increase the energy supply for the bacteria and preservatives.
• Quick use of the material once the silo has been opened to reduce the chances of spoilage due to exposure to the environment.

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