Satellite Symposium 2: Silage
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Publication Date
2005
Location
Dublin Ireland
Description
Maize silage harvested at dough stage contains less fibre structure than grass silage. Due to higher proportions of maize silage in dairy rations and due to the fact that with longer chopping length of maize silage the contribution of fibre structure increases. The objective of this study was to assess the effect of two chopping lengths in the silage on animal performance with respect to feed intake, milk yields and ingredients as well as physiological effects of digestion.
Citation
Mahlkow, K. and Thaysen, J., "Effects of Two Different Chopping Lengths of Maize Silage on Silage Quality and Dairy Performance" (2005). IGC Proceedings (1985-2023). 59.
(URL: https://uknowledge.uky.edu/igc/20/satellitesymposium2/59)
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Effects of Two Different Chopping Lengths of Maize Silage on Silage Quality and Dairy Performance
Dublin Ireland
Maize silage harvested at dough stage contains less fibre structure than grass silage. Due to higher proportions of maize silage in dairy rations and due to the fact that with longer chopping length of maize silage the contribution of fibre structure increases. The objective of this study was to assess the effect of two chopping lengths in the silage on animal performance with respect to feed intake, milk yields and ingredients as well as physiological effects of digestion.
