Silage Science and Technology

Download or read book Silage Science and Technology written by Dwayne R. Buxton and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 960 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This monograph contains 19 chapters and serves as an in-depth reference for all aspects of silage production and feeding. It is unique in its broad coverage of silage production, including in-depth discussions of microbiology, biochemistry, assessing quality, preharvest plant factors, postharvest factors, use of silage additives to modify fermentation, harvesting, storage, feeding, whole-farm management, and numerous other factors that influence the quantity and quality of silage. Individual chapters are devoted to the production, preservation, and feeding of specific crops important in silage production. The final chapter integrates information from the earlier chapters into practical applications for forage production, storage, and feeding, as well as solutions to frequently encountered silage storage and feeding problems. The contents of this publication are worldwide in scope, with application to most areas where silage production and use are important.