The Ensilage of Maize: And Other Green Fodder Crops; Paris, 1877

M. Auguste Goffart

ISBN 10: 028223523X / ISBN 13: 9780282235239

Published by Forgotten Books, 2022

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive guide to preserving green fodder by ensilage, a method developed by the author over many years of experimentation. The author begins by explaining the many advantages of ensilage over traditional haymaking methods, including reduced loss of nutrients and greater resistance to spoilage. The author then provides detailed instructions on how to grow, harvest, and ensile maize, as well as other green fodder crops, such as rye and sorghum. He also discusses the importance of proper silo construction and management to ensure successful ensilage. The author's pioneering work in ensilage has had a profound impact on the agricultural industry, enabling farmers to preserve large quantities of nutritious fodder for their livestock throughout the year. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

Seller Inventory # 9780282235239_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Ensilage of Maize: And Other Green Fodder Crops; Paris, 1877
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 028223523X
• ISBN 13: 9780282235239
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Agriculture

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Synopsis

Learn how to preserve green fodder and improve winter feeds with ensilage.

This guide explains why keeping fodder green can be better than drying it, and how silos protect nutrients for livestock through the cold season.

Drawing on decades of practical farming and experimentation, the book covers the advantages of ensilage over traditional drying, practical varieties of maize suited for silage, and proven methods for making and using silos. It also discusses equipment and techniques to successfully store and feed maize and other green crops, helping readers apply a complete system to diverse crops.

• Key reasons to choose ensilage over drying, including nutrient preservation and animal performance.
• Details on maize varieties best suited for silage and how certain types affect yield and forage quality.
• Step-by-step guidance on creating and filling silos, including practical tips for packing and protecting fodder.
• Considerations for feeding ensilage to cattle, horses, and other livestock, with notes on efficiency and economics.

Ideal for readers of agricultural manuals, farmers exploring advanced forage preservation, and those seeking practical methods to feed stock through winter.