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Biological silage additives
- SiloFerm / SiloFerm HC
Siloferm
Siloferm is a biological additive, which contains specially selected, extra efficient working homofermantative lactic acid bacteria. It can be applied to the silage in liquid or granulated form. The special combination of different lactic acid bacteria controls the run of fermentation effectively and accelerates it. This results in a higher quality of treated silage and a minimization of the fermentation losses. Silages are more palatable, which results in a better feed intake.
Siloferm is DLG-tested group 1b, 4a, 4b, 4c (milk). The improvement of silage quality and animal performance (more milk) has been proven.
Your advantage
- Faster lactic acid fermentation
- Inhibition of mal-fermentation/ butyric acid fermentation
- Reduction of fermentation losses
- Improvement of silage quality and palatability
Field of Application
The use of Siloferm is recommended with the following forage:
- grass silage (25 -40 % dry matter)
- bale silage
- silo maize
Dosage
Siloferm
10 g Siloferm per tonne forage
100 g per sachet, enough for 10 tonne ensilage goods or 14 - 17 m³ silo space.
Dissolve one sachet of Siloferm into 20 litres of water stirring continuously and spray on 2 litres/ tonne forage.
Siloferm HC
2,24 g pellets per tonne forage
280 g per bag, enough for 125 tonne ensilage goods or 75 - 80 m³ silo space
Dissolve one sachet in 2,5 litre water and apply 20 ml / ton silage.
Tests
Tests have shown that the process of lactic acid fermentation can be influenced positively through the correct use of Siloferm.
Treated silages also demonstrate better digestibility and a higher energy concentration, which, in turn, results in improved animal performance.
Digestibility of the organic substance (%)
Test untreated Siloferm 1 70,9 73,3 2 71,5 72,1 3 72,3 73,9 4 76,4 79,9 33% dry matter
untreated Siloferm pH value 4,38 4,22 lactic acid (% dry matter) 8,94 9,95 acetic acid (% dry matter) 2,14 2,16 43% dry matter
untreated Siloferm pH value 4,51 4,29 lactic acid (% dry matter) 7,44 8,37 acetic acid (% dry matter) 1,63 0,99 54% dry matter
untreated Siloferm pH value 4,77 4,38 lactic acid (% dry matter) 4,76 6,91 acetic acid (% dry matter) 0,98 0,59 Important information
Careful examination has shown that our product, when used according to the directions for use, is suited for the recommended purposes. If biological silage additives are used, then the ensilage and removal technique has to be very good. Plant cultivation errors (e.g. cutting too late) and ensilage technique errors (e.g. compression and covering) cannot be compensated. We are liable for the consistent quality of the product, not for the risks of storage and use.
- ProFerm / ProFerm HC
ProFerm
ProFerm / ProFerm HC is a biological additive, which contains specially selected homofermentative lactic acid bacteria. The special combination of different lactic acid bacteria effectively controls the run of fermentation and accelerates it. This results in a higher quality of treated silage and a minimization of the fermentation losses.
Field of application
- moderate to ferment to easy to ferment silage
- especially: wilted grass with 25 - 35 % DM
Dosage
ProFerm
0,5 g ProFerm pro t silage
250 g per sachet, enough to treat 50 to or 70-85 m³ silage
Standard application (0,5– 2 l/t)
ProFerm HC
0,8 g ProFerm HC/ t silage
200 g per sachet, enough to treat 250 to or 350 - 425 m³ silage
Micro application (20 – 150 ml/t)
Dissolve a bag of ProFerm HC in 5 l of water whilst stirring constantly and pour it into the special tank.
20 ml of high concentrate per tonne forage are evenly sprayed on with a suitable dispensing technology (BioDos LD, BioDos ProfiLine).
Unused, dissolved product can be stored temporarily for up to 4 days in the refrigerator.
Important information
Careful examination has shown that our product, when used according to the directions for use, is suited for the recommended purposes. If biological silage additives are used, then the ensilage and removal technique has to be very good. Plant cultivation errors (e.g. cutting too late) and ensilage technique errors (e.g. compression and covering) cannot be compensated. We are liable for the consistent quality of the product, not for the risks of storage and use.
ProFerm is mixed with water and can be used immediately. The application amount depends on the type of applicator.
- BioCool / BioCool HC
BioCool
BioCool is a biological additive, which contains the specially selected, extra efficient working heterofermentative lactic acid bacteria Lactobacillus buchneri and enzymes Lactobacillus bucheri supports the natural lactic acid fermentation and simultaneously improves the aerobic stability of silages during feeding out of the clamp. Additional to lactic acid is Lactobacillus buchneri able to produce a few mould inhibitory substances. Well know are acetic acid and propylene glycole. Spoilage of silage, caused by yeasts and moulds are effectively inhibited.
BioCool is DLG-tested in group 2. The improvement of aerobic stability has been proven. It has been proved that the silage durability improves when exposed to the air.
Your advantage
- Inhibitiion of heating up
- Improvement of aerobic stability
- Inhibition of moulding
- Inhibition of removal losses
Field of Application
The use of BioCool is recommended with the following forage (amongst others):
- Silages with heating up problems
- Especially: Maize
- Grass silage > 35 % DM
- CCM and high moisture corn silage
- Whole crop grain
Dosage
BioCool
- 6 g BioCool per tonne forage
- 150 g per sachet, enough for 25 tonne ensilage goods or 35 - 40 m3 silo space.
- Dissolve one sachetof BioCool into 50 litres of water stirring continuously and apply 2 litres / tonne silage
BioCool HC
- 2,4 g BioCool HC per tonne forage
- 300 g per sachet, enough for 125 tonne ensilage goods or 195 m3 silo space.
- Dissolve one sachet of BioCool HC into 2,5 litres of water stirring continuously and apply 20 ml / tonne silage.
Depending on dispensing possibilities, the concentration of the solution can vary.
Tests
Experiments have shown that the addition of BioCool improves aerobic durability. The treated silages were strained significantly less by yeasts. A heating up could not be observed.
Important information
Careful examination has shown that our product, when used according to the directions for use, is suited for the recommended purposes. If biological silage additives are used, then the ensilage and removal technique has to be very good. Plant cultivation errors (e.g. cutting too late) and ensilage technique errors (e.g. compression and covering) cannot be compensated. We are liable for the consistent quality of the product, not for the risks of storage and use.
- CCM-Stabilizer
CCM-Stabilizer
CCM–Stabilizer is a biological additive for improving the aerobic stability of Corn Cob Mix (CCM) after removal from the silo. The lactic acetic acid bacteria used in the CCM-Stabilizer were especially selected for the CCM field of application. They support the lactic acetic acid fermentation and enhance the stability of the CCM silage during air admission through their purposeful transformation into acetic acid. Losses caused by yeasts and moulds and the related heating up can be avoided.
CCM-Stabilizer has been tested in practice (table). It has been proved that the silage durability improves when exposed to the air.
CCM-Stabilizer is DLG-tested in group 2. The improvement of aerobic stability has been proven. It has been proved that the silage durability improves when exposed to the air.
Advantages
- Improved aerobic stability
- No secondary fermentation due to yeasts and moulds
- Reduced contamination with undesired microorganisms and better hygienic value
- Support of natural lactic acid fermentation
- Improved palatability and better feed intake
Field of Application
The use of CCM-Stabilizer is especially recommended for CCM.
Dissolve one packet of CCM stabilizer into 100 litres of water stirring continuously and spray on 5 litres/ tonne fodder. Depending on dispensing possibilities, the concentration of the solution can vary. However, the amount must not fall below the recommended quantity of 5 litres per tonne CCM.
Dosage
- 12 g CCM-Stabilizer per t CCM
- 240 g per bag, enough for the treatment of 20 tonne CCM
Important information
Careful examination has shown that our product, when used according to the directions for use, is suited for the recommended purposes. The optimal storage duration of the treated silage is 4 - 6 weeks before opening. If biological silage additives are used, then the ensilage and removal technique has to be very good. Plant cultivation errors and ensilage technique errors (e.g. compression and covering) cannot be compensated. We are liable for the consistent quality of the product, not for the risks of storage and use.
Trivial results
Investigation of the storage stability of CCM treated with CCM-Stabilizer Probename 8. März 2001 8. Juni 2001 10. Juli 2001 Probename dry matter (%) 8. März 2001 61,4 8. Juni 2001 61,0 10. Juli 2001 60,1 Probename pH value 8. März 2001 4,3 8. Juni 2001 4,2 10. Juli 2001 4,3 Probename yeats (CFU/g) 8. März 2001 < 500 8. Juni 2001 < 100 10. Juli 2001 < 100 Probename moulds (CFU/g) 8. März 2001 < 20 8. Juni 2001 < 60 10. Juli 2001 20 Probename lactic acid bacteria (CFU/g) 8. März 2001 4,4 x 108 8. Juni 2001 2,7 x 107 10. Juli 2001 1,2 x 108 Probename other bacteria (CFU/g) 8. März 2001 < 400 8. Juni 2001 < 800 10. Juli 2001 < 400 CloseChemical silage additives
- RaicoSil Hay
RaicoSil Hay
RaicoSil Hay is the first preservative for hay that contains a unique combination of salts of selected preservatives. Due to its special product formulation RaicoSil Hay is neither corrosive nor aggressive and is classified as a neutral salt. The use of acid-proof application systems is therefore not necessary. The dosage itself takes place during the pressing process, in the pickup of the press.
Advantages
- significantly shorter harvest timeslot (minus two days)
- better quality
- better hygiene status
- lower losses (mechanical and non-mechanical)
- Avoidance of the Maillard reaction (sugar and protein) (ADL)
Direction of use
RaicoSil Hay is a preservative for hay from dry matter contents of 80 % dry matter (or 20 % moisture) and more. RaicoSil Hay is sprayed on the pick-up of the baler during the pressing process. It must be ensured that the whole swath width is evenly treated. The concentration of the solution shall be not changed. The use of two spraying nozzles is recommended.
Dosage
250 g / t hay diluted in water, 10 kg enough for the treatment of 40 t hay
Dissolve 1 bag of 10 kg in 30 litre water. Top the volume up to 40 litres.
Do not dilute further.
RaicoSil Hay is ready to use immediately on hydration and is stable for 4 weeks.
Trial results
Square bales, more than three months storage
The microbial contamination of undesirable bacteria and moulds was significantly reduced in both wet hay and dry hay after addition of RaicoSil Hay.
Control RaicoSil Hay < 85 % DM RaicoSil Hay > 85 % DM Bacteria (CFU / g) 640.000 21.330 7330 Moulds (CFU / g) 82.000 18.800 26.000 - Kofasil Plus / Kofasil Liquid
Kofasil
Kofasil is a highly efficient, chemical ensilage agent (neutral salt), which should be used specifically for the ensilage of silages in the lower dry matter range (< 30 % dry matter). Depending on requirements, it can be introduced into the silage in the form of liquid or pellets. The active agents contained in Kofasil were chosen specifically to be used for fodder that is difficult to ensilage. They actively suppress the damaging clostridium and thereby encourage the desired lactic acid fermentation.
Advantage
- avoids misfermentation, especially butyric acid formation
- encourages the natural lactic acid fermentatio
- ensures conservation success and silage quality
- guarantees a high level of savouriness
- actively reduces the clostridium spores content
- improves milk quality
Field of Application
The use of Kofasil is especially recommended for the following forage:
- grass with < 30 % dry matter
- rain-swept withered goods
- lucerne silage with < 35 % dry matter
Dosage
Kofasil Plus
- 2 to 3 kg / tonne ensilage goods
- DLG certification mark 1a, 4a, 5a
Kofasil liquid
- 2 to 3 l / tonne ensilage goods
- DLG certification mark 1a, 1b, 4a, 5a
Important information
Careful examination has shown that our product, when used according to the directions for use, is suited for the recommended purposes. Plant cultivation errors (e.g. cutting too late) and ensilage technique errors (e.g. compression and covering) cannot be compensated. We are liable for the consistent quality of the product, not for the risks of storage and use.
Preservatives
- Grain Save NC
Grain Save NC 90
Grain Save NC 90 is a buffered mixture of Propionic acid, Ammonium propionate and Propylene glycol. It contains a minimum of 92 % Propionic acid. The special composition of active substances protects silage against heating up and moulding. The growth of undesirable yeasts, moulds and bacteria and the spoilage are inhibited.
Field of application
For all silages with heating up problems
Dosage
The dosage is dependent on the field of application
Following application levels are recommended:
Complete treatment
4 – 6 l / to
Surface and layer treatment
Per square metre 0,5 l Grain save NC 90 (mixed with 2 l water)
layer thickness ca. 20 - 25 cm, treatment of 2 – 3 layers
Alternatively the complete treatment of last loads is possible.
Stabilization of TMR
3,5 l / to TMR
Please note
The usage of acids and their mixtures for conservation properties demands the HACCP – protocol.
There you can find the safety data sheet of Grain Save NC 90
- Lupro-Mix NA
Lupro-Mix NA
Lupro-Mix NA is a buffered and highly effective mixture of propionic acid and formic acid. The natural lactic acid fermentation will be supported and active substances protect the ensilages safely from heating up and molding. The growth of yeast, molds and bacteria will be avoided and the hygiene of feed will be saved.
Lupro-Mix NA is DLG-proven. In group 1a,b, 2
Field of Application
- For all silages with heating up problems
- Especially recommended for Corn Cob Mix, ground ear maize and ensilaged wet maize.
- For different to ferment silages depending on DM - content
Dosage
The dosage is dependent of the field of application
Following application levels are recommended:
DM-content l / t < 25 % 4 25 – 35 % 3 > 35 % 4 For total treatment of CCM and wet maize the dosage depends on storation time:
- storage period of 1 to 6 month: 5 liters per ton
- storage period of 6 to 12 month: 7 liters per ton
Surface and layer treatment
Per square metre 0,5 l Lupro- Mix NA (mixed with 2 l water)
layer thickness ca. 20 - 25 cm, treatment of 2 – 3 layers
Alternatively the total treatment of last loadings is possible.
Stabilization of TMR
3 l / to mixed ration
Stabilization on liquid feed
0,15 - 0,25 %
Please note
The usage of acids and their mixtures for conservation properties demands the HACCP – protocol.
There you can find the safety data sheet of Lupro-MIX NA
Additional information about the treatment of by products are here.
- Propionic acid
Propionic acid
Propionic acid is a clear slightly yellow, strong smelling fluid. Its concentration is 99,5 % Propionic acid. This acid is able to inhibit moulds and yeasts, therefore improving the aerobic stability of treated silage.
Propionic acid is DLG – proven in group 2.
Field of application
For all silages with heating up problems
Dosage
The dosage is dependent on the field of application.
The following application levels are recommended:
DM- content (%) l/to < 25 % 4 25 - 35 % 5 > 35 % 6 For total treatment of CCM and wet maize the dosage depends on storage time:
- storage period of 1 to 6 month: 5 liters per ton
- storage period of 6 to 12 month: 7 liters per ton
Surface and layer treatment
Per square metre 0,5 l Propionic acid (mixed with 2 l water)
layer thickness ca. 20 - 25 cm, treatment of 2 – 3 layers
Alternatively the complete treatment of last loads is possible.
Stabilization of TMR
3 l / to TMR
Stabilization of liquid feed
0,15 - 0,25 %
Additional information about the treatment of by products are here.
Please note
Propionic acid is corrosive. During application use protective gloves and safety glasses.
The usage of acids and their mixtures for conservation properties demands the HACCP – protocol.
There you can find the safety data sheet of Propionic acid.
- Potassium sorbate
Potassium sorbate
Potassium sorbate is a granulated chemical conservation product to improve aerobic stability and hygienic value of silage. The effect of sorbic acid contained in potassium sorbate range mainly against yeasts and moulds, however, also many bacteria are inhibited. Spoilage by undesirable microorganisms is avoided and feed hygiene is safe.
Field of application
- For all silages with heating up problems
- Especially recommended for TMR and by products
Dosage
The application shall be done as a solution. For this dissolve potassium sorbate in the ratio 1:1 or 1:2 in water.
Potassium sorbate is non corrosive. Application systems for bacteria are able to be used.
The dosage is dependent on the field of application. Following application levels are recommended:
Complete treatment
Total treatment of CCM and wet maize: 500 g / t
Grass and maize silages with > 40 % DM: 400 g / t
Surface and layer treatment
Per square metre 200 – 300 g
layers thickness ca. 20 - 25 cm, treatment of 2 – 3 layers
Alternatively the complete treatment of last loads is possible.
Stabilization of TMR
200 – 300 g / to
Stabilization of liquid by products
200 – 300 g / t
Please note
The usage of acids and their mixtures for conservation properties demands the HACCP – protocol.
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