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Influence Of Urea On The Fermentation Pattern & Nutritive Value Of Corn Silage, John Shirley
Influence Of Urea On The Fermentation Pattern & Nutritive Value Of Corn Silage, John Shirley
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The effects of chemical additives on the fermentation pattern and subsequent feeding value of corn silage was investigated over a two year period. Corn plants harvested in August 1967 (Experiment I) were ensiled with no additive, 3.50 per cent area, or urea-mineral mix supplying an equal amount of urea. Those harvested in August 1968 (Experiment II) were ensiled with no additive, 0.50 per cent urea, or 0.75 per cent urea. The nutritive value of these silages was evaluated chemically and by lactation trials.
:he addition of urea alone, or in combination with minerals elevated the initial pH and buffered against …