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1977
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On the basis of model concepts of physical gas exchange, a method has been developed for studying the complex relations existing between the parameters indicating ensilability and the specific local conditions for silage making (degree of anaerobiosis). Conclusions are drawn as to quantitative relations between the depth of the peripheral layers of a silage stock that are endangered by air, the initial density of the silage material, and the sealing of the silage top during the filling and storage periods. Therefrom, certain thresholds can be derived for minimum filling height per day as depending on the initial density of the wilted or fresh silage material, and peripheral silage losses can be determined. Furthermore, a method was developed for determining the stability of fresh or wilted silages as well as the losses from aerobic decomposition on silage unloading. Preliminary results are submitted.
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Weise, G; Rettig, H; and Suckow, G, "Losses and stability of silage in dependence on the degree of air influence" (1977). IGC Proceedings (1977-2023). 14.
(URL: https://uknowledge.uky.edu/igc/1977/sess9/14)
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Losses and stability of silage in dependence on the degree of air influence
On the basis of model concepts of physical gas exchange, a method has been developed for studying the complex relations existing between the parameters indicating ensilability and the specific local conditions for silage making (degree of anaerobiosis). Conclusions are drawn as to quantitative relations between the depth of the peripheral layers of a silage stock that are endangered by air, the initial density of the silage material, and the sealing of the silage top during the filling and storage periods. Therefrom, certain thresholds can be derived for minimum filling height per day as depending on the initial density of the wilted or fresh silage material, and peripheral silage losses can be determined. Furthermore, a method was developed for determining the stability of fresh or wilted silages as well as the losses from aerobic decomposition on silage unloading. Preliminary results are submitted.
