Baleage
We can source all species of Baleage. For more information on this product please give us a call or ask for a quote.
Baleage is forage enclosed in large bales that are left to ferment - it makes for excellent low-cost stored feed.
Origin / Place of manufacture:
Worldwide
Nutritional features / benefits:
- Easy to feed, baleage can be simply fed in rings, or bales can be unrolled in lots of fields or in feed areas. It requires less machinery than would be required for other forms of stored silage.
- Good for digestion, long-fibre forages cause more chewing action which produces more saliva. The increased salivation increases bacterial action in the rumen for better digestion.
- Harvest flexibility, baleage harvest is handled in the same manner as it would be for dry hay. Need to be careful once forage dries below 30% moisture. At that point ther is not sufficient moisture to properly ferment the baleage after it is stored. This can cause loss in storage due to inadequate fermentation.
- Stretch equipment investment, another important benefir is the need for only one type of harvesting equipment.
- It can allow for silage harvest without the need to fill bulky structures in a small timeframe to prevent spoilage. It can reduce the amount of equipment needed as well as the amount of labour needed in a short period of time.
Colour / Texture:
Stringy, green brown
Palatability:
Good
Storage conditions:
Cool, dry conditions ideally between 12°c to 25°c.
Nutritional Information
Alfafa Baleage
| Element | Value |
|---|---|
| DM,% | 61.4 |
| Crude Protein, % | 20.9 |
| ADF, % | 26.6 |
| NDF % | 47.0 |
| TDN, % | 62.4 |
Similar to good quality silage (Grass)
| Element | Value |
|---|---|
| DM,% | 24.0 |
| Crude Protein, % | 13.7 |
| ADF, % | 36.0 |
| NDF % | 54.0 |
| TDN, % | 61.0 |
Disclaimer
These feeding recommendations are to be used as a guide only, and to assist readers in understanding generally accepted feeding levels. Readers should not rely on these guidelines in making specific feeding decisions but should consult an appropriate nutritionist for specific total dietary approach recommendations. Online Supplements Ltd. makes no warranties that these recommendations are suitable for any particular herd or for any particular animal. Online Supplements Ltd. disclaims any liability for any problems encountered in the use of these recommendations.
