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Fiber utilization is a delicate balance

In a recent study funded by the National Forage Testing Association, we analyzed the digestion kinetics of neutral detergent fiber (NDF) of stems from alfalfa, warm-season annuals (corn, sorghum, and pearl millet), and cool-season annuals (barley, oats, r ....

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Focus on forage maturity for first cut

For many readers, first cut will be just around the corner as you read this article. To say the least, unlocking the energy in your forages to fuel herd performance is a top priority during first cutting since it provides so much tonnage and makes up a su ....

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Ruminations on ration particle size

More and more I get questions about the proper chop length for silages and what is a desirable particle distribution for a total mixed ration (TMR) when using the Penn State Particle Separator. Recomm,Nutrition ....

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