Publication Date
1989
Description
The silage additive« Kofasil Plus», manufactured by Deutsche Atochem Werke, has been used for many years in various European countries, particularly in West Germany and Norway with favourable results. It was first introduced to Ireland in 1988 following the outcome of the trial reported here, where it is marketed by Co.rbeca Ltd under the trade name« Kofasalt ». « Kofasil Plus » is a white, free flowing, non-caustic powder containing 61 % calcium formate, 25 % sodium nitrite, 14 % hexamethylene tetramine, sodium chloride and trace elements.
Citation
Stewart, T A. and Kennedy, S J., "An Evaluation of the Silage Additive < Kofasil Plus > Applied to First Cut Grass Under Northern Ireland Conditions" (2025). IGC Proceedings (1989-2023). 19.
https://uknowledge.uky.edu/igc/1989/session8/19
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An Evaluation of the Silage Additive < Kofasil Plus > Applied to First Cut Grass Under Northern Ireland Conditions
The silage additive« Kofasil Plus», manufactured by Deutsche Atochem Werke, has been used for many years in various European countries, particularly in West Germany and Norway with favourable results. It was first introduced to Ireland in 1988 following the outcome of the trial reported here, where it is marketed by Co.rbeca Ltd under the trade name« Kofasalt ». « Kofasil Plus » is a white, free flowing, non-caustic powder containing 61 % calcium formate, 25 % sodium nitrite, 14 % hexamethylene tetramine, sodium chloride and trace elements.
