scholarly journals Mowing pasture to improve milk production

1999 ◽  
pp. 139-145 ◽  
Author(s):  
E.S. Kolver ◽  
J.W. Penno ◽  
K.A. Macdonald ◽  
J.M. Mcgrath ◽  
W.A. Carter
Keyword(s):  
Dairy Cow ◽  
Dry Matter ◽  
Nutritive Value ◽  
Energy Content ◽  
Matter Content ◽  
Dry Matter Intake ◽  
Dry Matter Content ◽  
Pasture Production ◽  
Metabolisable Energy

Mowing pasture before grazing, and topping pasture after grazing were studied as methods to increase pasture quality, dairy cow dry matter intake, and milksolids production from September 1997 to February 1998. Three 2.8-ha experimental areas were subjected to mowing, topping, or control treatments, and were grazed by three Friesian cows/ha (18 cows per treatment). Cows were allocated to each treatment according to a crossover design and pastures were grazed every 28 days. Mowing pasture, either before or after grazing, reduced pasture production by 20%, and reduced milksolids production by 11% during October, but increased milksolids production by 12% during summer. Liveweight change responded similarly; mowing or topping resulted in greater liveweight gain (0.76 kg/cow/day) during summer compared with the control. This was associated with an increase in the metabolisable energy content of summer pastures that had been mown before grazing (0.2 MJME/kg DM), or topped after grazing (0.6 MJME/kg DM). Topping pastures after grazing reduced milksolids production in October by 0.11 kg MS/cow/day, and increased milksolids production in summer by 0.13 kg MS/cow/day. Mowing pasture before grazing increased average dry matter content of the wilted material by 7.5% units compared with the control, but dry matter intake was reduced by 2.4 kg DM/cow/day in November, and milksolids production was reduced by 0.12 kg MS/cow/day during spring. Mowing before grazing increased milksolids production in summer by 0.13 kg MS/cow/day. Overall, only the topping treatment increased total milksolids produced during the six 14-day experimental periods (by 80 kg MS, or 4.6%). However, an additional 5184 kg of DM was removed from the control pastures by extra cows, which could have produced an additional 415 kg milksolids. Therefore, although mowing or topping can increase the quality of pasture and the yield of MS per cow in summer, the overall benefits for MS production per ha are small or negative. Keywords: dairy cow, herbage mass, milksolids, milk yield, mowing, nutritive value, pasture intake, topping

FACTORS INFLUENCING THE UTILIZATION BY RUMINANTS OF CORN SILAGE IN MARGINAL GROWING AREAS

1979 ◽  
Vol 59 (2) ◽  
pp. 427-439 ◽  
Author(s):  
L. J. FISHER ◽  
N. A. FAIREY
Keyword(s):  
Dry Matter ◽  
Nutritive Value ◽  
Matter Content ◽  
Laboratory Evaluation ◽  
Dry Matter Content ◽  
Forage Production ◽  
Marginal Areas ◽  
Ruminant Animals ◽  
Feeding Trials

The effects of various factors which influence the utilization of silage, made from forage corn grown in marginal areas for production, by ruminant animals are reviewed, with particular reference to dairy cattle. Crop maturity and composition and their effects on important animal performance characteristics are discussed in detail. Effects of the dry matter and grain contents of the ensiled corn on the nature of silage and the resulting animal responses are also considered. The declining emphasis on assessing the quality of forage corn by its grain content, and the increased emphasis on the selection of hybrids based on shoot dry matter yields are discussed from both crop and animal production viewpoints. For instance, the results of feeding trials where high crop densities, various genetic mutants and tillering hybrids were studied are discussed. Consideration is given to the laboratory evaluation and use of various agronomic characteristics to assess the nutritive value of forage corn. It is concluded that more emphasis should be placed on the breeding of corn genotypes specifically for forage production by selecting for maximum digestible dry matter yields per unit land area, particularly when dry matter content is unlikely to exceed 25%. Evaluation of the forage potential of corn genotypes should be conducted under systems of management specifically suited to maximizing whole-crop, dry matter yields. Also, with the utilization of mutant types of corn with higher digestibilities than normal corn genotypes, routine laboratory analysis for digestibility will become necessary. The final comparison of promising genotypes will need to be done with animals capable of relatively high levels of production.

The effect of wilting berseem and lucerne herbage on voluntary dry-matter intake by buffalo heifers

1970 ◽  
Vol 74 (1) ◽  
pp. 47-51 ◽  
Author(s):  
K. Yoelao ◽  
M. G. Jackson ◽  
Ishwar Saran
Keyword(s):  
Body Weight ◽  
Dry Matter ◽  
Nutritive Value ◽  
Matter Content ◽  
Nutrient Digestibility ◽  
Dry Matter Intake ◽  
Dry Matter Content ◽  
Average Loss ◽  
Lower Water Content ◽  
Practical Implications

SUMMARYTwo changeover experiments, each on eight buffalo heifers, were conducted in two different years to determine the effect of wilting lucerne herbage (Exps. 1 and 2) and berseem herbage (Exp. 2 only) on voluntary dry-matter intake. The dry-matter content of the herbages increased by field wilting from 27 to 50 and from 26 to 44% for lucerne in Exps. 1 and 2 respectively, and from 21 to 31% for berseem. The drymatter intake, nutrient digestibility coefficients, nutritive value index and retention time of undigested residues were determined for each fresh and wilted herbage.Wilting increased the dry-matter intake of lucerne from 2·3 to 2·8 and from 2·1 to 3·5 kg per 100 kg body weight in Exps. 1 and 2 respectively. Berseem dry-matter intake was increased from 2·2 to 3·1 kg per 100 kg body weight. Digestibility coefficients of all nutrients of both herbages increased by 6–20%. Retention times were unaffected by wilting. The nutritive value indices for lucerne and berseem in Exp. 2 increased by 160 and 60% respectively. In Exp. 2, the average loss of herbage dry matter due to wilting was 3·8%. The higher consumption of the wilted herbages is ascribed to their lower water content. The practical implications of these results are discussed.

YIELD AND NUTRIENT CONTENT OF SUMMER- AND FALL-GROWN FORAGE Brassica CROPS

1988 ◽  
Vol 68 (3) ◽  
pp. 721-731 ◽  
Author(s):  
K. GUILLARD ◽  
D. W. ALLINSON
Keyword(s):  
Brassica Napus ◽  
Brassica Rapa ◽  
Dry Matter ◽  
Nutritive Value ◽  
Energy Content ◽  
Matter Content ◽  
Dry Matter Content ◽  
Brassica Napus L ◽  
Digestible Energy ◽  
Brassica Spp

A series of experiments was conducted in which summer- and fall-grown Brassica species were evaluated for production of dry matter and nutritive value. Species that possessed edible roots produced the highest yields of dry matter and estimated digestible energy in either season. Summer totals were higher than fall totals. Turnip (Brassica rapa L.) root yields were greater and contributed more to total dry matter yields than either swede (Brassica napus L.) or a Brassica hybrid, Tyfon [Brassica rapa L. × Brassica pekinensis (Lour.) Rupr.]. In all species, dry matter content of herbage was low (65–175 g kg−1), while digestibility values were high (> 840 g kg−1). Concentrations of neutral-detergent and acid-detergent fiber, acid-detergent lignin, and hemicellulose were generally higher in summer-grown species than in fall-grown species. Based on fiber values, digestible energy content of the foliage and roots was estimated and the values of all species were 12 MJ kg−1 or greater. Seasonal differences in herbage constituents were particularly evident for rape (Brassica napus L.) and kale (Brassica oleracea L. var. acephala DC). Under fall conditions, species differences were less than differences over summer conditions. Higher light intensities and temperatures over summer-growing conditions appear to promote greater production of dry matter and structural components in these crops compared to similar growth periods over fall conditions. Brassica spp. can be used as supplemental or alternate forage crops.Key words: Brassica spp., yield, digestibility, fiber, energy

scholarly journals The effect of different chemical preservative supplementation on the lupin silage quality

2008 ◽  
Vol 56 (2) ◽  
pp. 139-146
Author(s):  
Jiří Skládanka ◽  
Petr Doležal
Keyword(s):  
Dry Matter ◽  
Nutritive Value ◽  
Ph Value ◽  
Starch Content ◽  
Water Extract ◽  
Matter Content ◽  
Net Energy ◽  
Dry Matter Content ◽  
Chemical Preservative

The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of a chemical preservative supplementation on the quality of lupine silage as compared with untreated controls. Fresh green Lupine (Lupines lupine), variete Juno, dry matter content 187.15 g / kg at full waxy stage of maturity were chopped to the legth of cut ca 30–50 mm. The crop was artificially wilted for a periody 24 h and ensiled as described above. Lupine were ensiled for 98 days in laboratory silos, capacity about 4 l alone or with supplementation of chemical preservative 3 and 6 l/tone forage respectively). The relatively mean WSC content and the low buffering capacity of lupine crop provided for a good preservation with the chemical preservative. The best quality of fermentation process and nutritive value was found in silages with the supplement of acid mixtures dosed at 6 l / t since they showed not only a better content of net energy (NEL) and CP but also a significantly higher ethanol content, a more favourable RDP content and a hig­her starch content than the control. The supplement of preservatives resulted in the increased DM content in stored silage, in the increased escape of silage effluents and in the inhibited (P < 0.01) formation of acetic acids (19.8±2.17 g / kg DM) in comparison with control silage. In chemical trea­ted silages (3 l/t) was also increased level (P < 0.01) of lactic acid (116.9±2.61 g / kg DM) and total acids in kg of dry matter (143.4±3.64 g / kg), but decreased level of pH value (4.03±0.01), acidity water extract (KVV–1221.1±11.51 mg KOH/100 g silage), titration acidity (FT–0.107±0.002), and of NH3 content (664.1±7.51 mg / kg DM).

scholarly journals Maize silage for dairy cows

2001 ◽  
pp. 195-201 ◽  
Author(s):  
E.S. Kolver ◽  
J.R. Roche ◽  
D. Miller ◽  
R. Densley
Keyword(s):  
New Zealand ◽  
Dairy Cows ◽  
Dairy Cow ◽  
Dry Matter ◽  
Energy Content ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Matter Content ◽  
Dry Matter Content ◽  
Maize Silage ◽  
Productivity Gains

This paper reviews the use of maize silage in pastoral dairying systems in New Zealand. The evolution of dairying systems to make profitable use of maize silage and other supplementary feeds has occurred during the last decade in conjunction with an increased use of maize silage. When used within recommended levels of feeding, maize silage provides a low cost source of starch and fibre which complements pasture well for much of the year. Balancing dietary deficiencies in protein, minerals, and in some cases fibre, will optimise milksolids production at high levels of maize silage supplementation. Targets for good quality maize silage include a dry matter content of 28-35%, an energy content of 10.8 MJME/ kgDM, a protein content of 7-8%, and a pH of 3.8 to 4.5. Opportunities for further productivity gains exist through further intensification of dairying systems using high-yielding crops. Keywords: dairy cow, feed quality, maize silage, nutrition

Effects of Actinidia yellowing ringspot virus on the yield and quality of kiwifruit

Plant Disease ◽  
2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yi Wu ◽  
Yicheng Wang ◽  
Jiaxiu Sun ◽  
Yuling Liu ◽  
SHRESTHA SUJATA ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Dry Matter ◽  
Matter Content ◽  
Fruit Yield ◽  
Ringspot Virus ◽  
Shaanxi Province ◽  
Dry Matter Content ◽  
Total Acid ◽  
Yield And Quality ◽  
Acid Ratio

China is the origin and distribution center of kiwifruit, as well as the country with the largest cultivated area and output of kiwifruit. A previous study found that a new kiwifruit virus, Actinidia yellowing ringspot virus (AYRSpV), has been detected in kiwifruit samples with yellowed leaves. The incidence of this virus was high in kiwifruit plantings in Shaanxi Province. To determine the symptoms of this viral infection and the effects of this virus on the yield and quality of kiwifruits, we measured leaf chlorophyll levels and the fruit yield, total sugar, total acid and dry matter contents of ‘Hayward’ kiwifruits grafted with AYRSpV-infected scions. The results showed that after AYRSpV infection, symptoms including chlorotic ringspots were mainly observed in the spring and gradually recovered with high summer temperatures. A few of the leaves that did not recover showed symptoms of albinism, which lasted until the leaves fell. We found that AYRSpV infection could reduce the chlorophyll content of ‘Hayward’ kiwifruit by 74.61-76.64%, the fruit yield by 14.50-24.10%, the sugar to acid ratio by 50.09-50.57%, and the fruit dry matter content by 1.67-1.78%. Our results showed that AYRSpV infection could significantly affect the yield and quality of ‘Hayward’ kiwifruit.

scholarly journals The effect of nitrogen supply on specific yield and fruit quality of apple (Malus domestica Borkh.)

2005 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
J. Racskó ◽  
J. Nagy ◽  
Z. Soltész ◽  
M. Soltész ◽  
P. T. Nagy ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Fruit Quality ◽  
Dry Matter ◽  
Shape Index ◽  
Matter Content ◽  
Nitrogen Supply ◽  
Specific Yield ◽  
Dry Matter Content ◽  
Canopy Density ◽  
Apple Cultivars

The aim of the present study was to determine the effect of nitrogen supply on yield and fruit quality of apple cultivars and to explore the relationships between canopy density and the different fruit quality parameters. The experiments were carried out at Kálmánháza, in Eastern Hungary in a private orchard in 2003-2004. The response of four apple cultivars ('Elstar', 'Gala Prince', 'Granny Smith', 'Idared') to different nitrogen dosages was studied. The assessed and calculated indices were: yield, fruit diameter, fruit height, shape index, fruit mass, firmness, dry matter content and colouration. The results indicated that nitrogen fertilization has a significant effect on the yield and fruit quality of apple cultivars. The calculated specific yield values were reduced by the application of nitrogen via the increase in the volume of the canopy. An opposit trend was observed for fruit diameter, fruit height and fruit weight, which increased with increasing nitrogen supply. The reduced shape index caused flattening of fruits. However, the improvement of fruit quality via increasing nitrogen dosage is only virtual, since these dosages increase the fruit size, but firmness, dry matter content and colouration are diminished, which decreases the value of the fruits on the market. The authors also studied the relationships between canopy density responsible for assimilation and light supply of the fruits and the different fruit quality parameters. The closest linear inversely proportional relationship was found in the case of colouration. There was a negative linear relationship between canopy density and firmness or dry matter content. The relationship between canopy density and fruit mass could be described by a quadratic polinomial function.

scholarly journals Influence of Genotype, Site, and Year on Maize Nutritive Value – Yield Relationships

2017 ◽  
Vol 48 (2) ◽  
pp. 47-53
Author(s):  
J. Hakl ◽  
R. Loučka ◽  
J. Jirmanová ◽  
V. Jambor
Keyword(s):  
Dry Matter ◽  
Nutritive Value ◽  
Maize Yield ◽  
Matter Content ◽  
Forage Yield ◽  
Dry Matter Content ◽  
Yield And Quality ◽  
Maize Genotypes ◽  
Whole Plant ◽  
Maize Genotype

Abstract Maize genotype selection represents a practical tool influencing forage yield and quality. The main objective was to investigate the contribution of genotype, site, and year to variability of maize yield and quality in the environment of Central Europe. Totally 63 maize genotypes at 11 sites over a 7-year period were evaluated for dry matter yield (DMY), dry matter content (DM), starch, cob, neutral detergent fibre (NDF), in situ digestibility of stover NDF (NDFD), and organic matter (OMD). The genotype showed the highest variability from all factors where stover NDFD varied from 261 to 529 g kg-1 and stover OMD from 376 to 609 g kg-1. In contrast to the whole-plant, variability of stover traits was more closely related to NDF than the DM content. Under standardized plant DM, all tested factors were significant and allowed interpretation of 70 and 60% of total variation of yield and quality for stover and whole plant, respectively. The average contributions of genotype, site, and year were 30, 7, and 5%, respectively. For variability in plant productivity and nutritive value, the importance of maize genotype selection was more than two times higher than the contribution of environment.

scholarly journals Microbiological quality of silage made from by-products of cassava starch extraction and viticulture

2021 ◽  
Vol 51 (3) ◽  
pp. 407-415
Author(s):  
C.R. Schneider ◽  
M.A. Zambom ◽  
D. Galhardo ◽  
A. Faccenda ◽  
A.S. Avila ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Dry Matter ◽  
Organic Matter Content ◽  
Microbiological Quality ◽  
Ammonia Nitrogen ◽  
Matter Content ◽  
Soluble Carbohydrates ◽  
Dry Matter Content ◽  
Storage Times ◽  
By Products

This study evaluated silages made with varying proportions of viticulture by-products (VC) and starch extraction from cassava (CSE). It attempted to determine the effects of these proportions on the microbial population, fermentative losses, and chemical composition. The treatments were specified as the proportions of VC in the silage (0 g/kg, 250 g/kg, 500 g/kg, 750 g/kg, and 1000 g/kg). Silages were  evaluated before (0) and after 1, 3, 7, 15, 30, and 60 days of ensiling. The experimental design was completely randomized with five  treatments, six storage times and four replications. The increased level of VC in the silage enhanced its dry matter content, ammonia  nitrogen (NH3-N), and buffering capacity, and reduced organic matter content. Fifteen days after ensiling, additional VC increased the concentration of soluble carbohydrates. The increased level of VC decreased the count of Clostridium spp. and lactic acid bacteria (LAB). The incidence of yeasts and enterobacteria was low in all treatments at all time points. Over time, losses as effluent and gases increased. Use of increasing proportions from VC in silage made with CSE increased the contents of dry matter and soluble carbohydrates and  reduced the fermentative losses of the silage. The increased amount of VC also favoured pH reduction and reduced the proliferation of undesirable yeasts, while increasing the population of LAB.

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