Forage and Silage
SILO GUARD II® DRY FORAGE TREATMENT
About the Product
How Does Silo Guard II® Work?
The ingredients included in Silo Guard II® each have a role to play. The amylase enzymes convert the available starch in the ensiled materials to sugars. The sulfur compounds also play an important role by producing gases within the mass of silage. These gases limit plant cell respiration and reduce the number of undesirable bacteria, yeasts and molds. This process saves the available sugars for the lactic acid producing bacteria when they begin to multiply.
Use Good Silo Management
Good silage management is within the control of the silage producer. No product can replace the procedures the producer must follow to make good silage. In the process of ensiling, air is the mortal enemy. The oxygen in the air is mixed into the forage as it is chopped and will cause complete biological burning.
The ingredients included in Silo Guard II® each have a role to play. The amylase enzymes convert the available starch in the ensiled materials to sugars. The sulfur compounds also play an important role by producing gases within the mass of silage. These gases limit plant cell respiration and reduce the number of undesirable bacteria, yeasts and molds. This process saves the available sugars for the lactic acid producing bacteria when they begin to multiply.
Use Good Silo Management
Good silage management is within the control of the silage producer. No product can replace the procedures the producer must follow to make good silage. In the process of ensiling, air is the mortal enemy. The oxygen in the air is mixed into the forage as it is chopped and will cause complete biological burning.
Three factors in reducing trapped air:
1st - Crops harvested should contain 60 to 70 percent moisture to ensure a good pack.
2nd - A chop of 3/8” to 1/2” tends to pack tighter and avoid air space.
3rd - Silos need to be filled rapidly.
Use Silo Guard II® as a management tool to improve fermentation.
During the conversion of moist forage into silage in the silo, valuable nutrients are lost during any fermentation, even with good silage management. The goal is to preserve as much of these nutrients as possible. To accomplish this, the time of the fermentation process must be decreased. The use of a proven additive can help achieve these goals.
Why Use Silo Guard II®?
Treating forage with Silo Guard II® significantly reduces heating due to the presence of unwanted air in the forage. This heating is caused by molds, yeasts and undesirable bacteria which thrive in the presence of air. The damage caused by these organisms can result in losses during the fermentation stage and at feedout.
With Silo Guard II® treated forage, the following results can be observed: less shrink and cooler forage. University research proves that forage treated with Silo Guard II® contains more valuable nutrients. In beef feeding trials and milk trials, the Silo Guard II® treated forage, when compared to untreated forage, has been shown to improve feed efficiency, weight gain, and daily milk yield. These results have been observed with the treatment of various silages and baled hay.
The product is easy to use -- same formula every time, no messy liquid mixture, or special handling. Manual or mechanical application available.
When to Use Silo Guard II®?
Use on both silage and hay. Silo Guard II® has been tested at universities on various silages and on hay up to 25 percent. Results show a significant improvement in dry matter recovery and dry matter intake.
- All types of ensiled forages: grass/alfalfa silage, corn silage, oatlage, wheat silage.
- High moisture ground grains.
- High moisture hay (up to 25%): alfalfa/grass hay, bermuda hay.
- Processed feed.
Nutrient Analysis
Sulfur (S), min ..............................21.00%
Alpha-amylase activity...................400 SKB units/lb
(Source: Malt diastase)
Feeding Directions
Silo Guard II® must be applied before the silage or grains are transferred into the silo.
Application Rate Guidelines:
Silage/Haylage: Apply 1/2 to 1 pound per ton of silage before it is transferred into the silo. The moisture content of the silage should be between 60 to 70 percent.
High Moisture Ground Grains: Apply 1 pound per ton of ground grain before it is transferred into the silo. The moisture content of the grain should be between 25 and 30 percent.
Baled Hay: Apply 1 to 2 pounds per ton of baled hay. Should be applied as hay is baled by use of an applicator. The moisture content of the hay should be less than 25 percent.
Processed Feed: Apply 1 to 3 pounds per ton depending on the moisture content of the feed.
Application Rate Guidelines:
Silage/Haylage: Apply 1/2 to 1 pound per ton of silage before it is transferred into the silo. The moisture content of the silage should be between 60 to 70 percent.
High Moisture Ground Grains: Apply 1 pound per ton of ground grain before it is transferred into the silo. The moisture content of the grain should be between 25 and 30 percent.
Baled Hay: Apply 1 to 2 pounds per ton of baled hay. Should be applied as hay is baled by use of an applicator. The moisture content of the hay should be less than 25 percent.
Processed Feed: Apply 1 to 3 pounds per ton depending on the moisture content of the feed.
For Proper Application:
Upright silos - Spread the recommended amount of Silo Guard II® per ton on top of each load before silage is blown into the silo. If covered wagons are used, add at front of the wagon intermittently (every third of the load). If a dispenser is used, install at blower and calibrate accordingly.
Bunkers or Pit Silos - After the load is dumped, spread the recommended amount of Silo Guard II® per ton on the pile before packing and pushing into storage.
Baled hay - Apply recommended amount through mechanical or motor dispenser attached to the baler. Extended hoses should be placed so the product is applied in the bales chamber or at pick-up.
IMPORTANT:
Due to conditions of use, which are beyond our control, no expressed or implied warranties are made for this product.
Silo Guard II® is a registered trademark of International Stock Food Corporation, Marietta, GA 30066.
Product Number
#8590—Dry Silo Guard II®, 50 lb
Source: hubbardfeeds.com
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