As producers prepare for silage harvest, remember that corn silage harvest is one of the most fast‑paced high‑stakes periods on a dairy farm, and the decisions made in the next few weeks will shape feed quality for the entire year. Four factors -- cut length, moisture, packing density and pile safety -- stand out as the most influential in determining whether silage ferments properly, stores well and feeds consistently.
Corn silage season demands precision
Silage’s primary use is feed for cattle, particularly dairy cows.
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