ISX17201
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
AGROALIMENTARE SUD S.P.A.
IT
2 records
Cultivation
Silage and haylage
Cultivation of maize for silage and haylage aims to maximize the energy value of biomass through the selection of hybrids with high fiber digestibility and optimal grain composition. Key factors include leafiness, the Stay Green effect, and the balance between yield and feed quality.
Mentioned in descriptions 13 089 varieties reference book.
When selecting a hybrid for silage or haylage use, the priority becomes the total energy value of the plant rather than just grain yield. Breeding of such hybrids is focused on improving digestibility by reducing the content of indigestible lignin and improving the structure of plant fibers. Distinguishing features include increased leafiness and the Stay Green effect, which allows plants to remain green longer, extending the optimal harvest window without quality loss.
The choice of variety directly affects the efficiency of fermentation in the bunker and the digestibility of feed in the animal rumen. For silage, hybrids with floury or semi-dent grain types are preferred, as they are easier to grind and more quickly digestible. High phytosanitary resistance to diseases such as boil smut, fusarium, and stalk rots is critically important, as plant infection significantly reduces the quality of the final feed.
Agronomic practices for silage crops allow for an increase in plant density by 15–20% relative to grain crops; however, excessive thickening leads to a decrease in the proportion of ears and a drop in the total energy of the mass. Optimal harvesting is carried out when the moisture content of the entire biomass reaches the 30–35% range. The economic efficiency of using such varieties is evaluated by indicators of fiber digestibility and digestible starch content, which determines livestock productivity.
Breakdown by crop
Corn Silage
2 332
Corn Silage and Haylage
761
Silage and Haylage — Italian Ryegrass
141
Silage and Haylage — Perennial Ryegrass
129
Alfalfa Silage and Haylage
108
Silage and Haylage — Italian Ryegrass
105
Sorghum Silage and Haylage
66
Silage and Haylage — Sudangrass
65
Silage and Haylage — Red Clover
64
Triticale Silage and Haylage
59
Silage and Haylage — Westerwold Ryegrass
53
Silage and Haylage — Grain Sorghum
42
Silage and Haylage — Hybrid Ryegrass
32
Silage and Haylage — Common Vetch
30
Silage and haylage — timothy-grass
30
Silage and Haylage — Rye
28
Silage and Haylage — Tall Fescue
25
Pea Silage and Haylage
24
Barley silage and haylage
20
Silage and Haylage — Dactylis glomerata
20
Festulolium Silage and Haylage
17
Silage and haylage — meadow fescue
17
Oat Silage and Haylage
16
Silage and Haylage — Persian Clover
15
Found in these crops
Varieties that feature this in their description
Selection based on the description text, not official resistance ratings: such data is not available in registers. Mention indicates that the trait is discussed in the variety's sources; see the variety's profile for details on what is specifically stated.
Jumbo Star
ActiveSorghum bicolor (L.) Moench · Sorghum
Advanta US Inc
IT
3 records
Kabrillas
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
KWS SAAT SE & CO.KGAA
IT
2 records
ISH620
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
AGROALIMENTARE SUD S.P.A.
IT
2 records
ISH711
TerminatedZea mays L. · Maize
IVS S.R.L. - ISTA VENETO SEMENTI
IT
2 records
INDEM1355
ActiveZea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
PIONEER OVERSEAS CORPORATION
ES
2 records
Hran 310
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
Parii Anna Fedorivna, Parii IAroslav Fedorovych, Parii Myroslav Fedorovych, Parii Fedir Mykytovych,
UA
2 records
ISH612
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
ISTA S.P.A.
IT
2 records
Horreo 368
TerminatedZea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
INIA-OTRI
ES
2 records
ISH708
TerminatedZea mays L. · Maize
ISTA S.P.A.
IT
2 records
Ingrid
TerminatedZea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
Mais Angevin (FR)
FR
4 records
Hay Day
ActiveSorghum bicolor (L.) Moench · Sorghum
DOUGLASS W. KING CO.
IT
3 records
Heimdall
ActiveSorghum bicolor (L.) Moench · Sorghum
KWS SAAT SE & CO.KGAA
PT
2 records
IFK Tandem
ActivePisum sativum L. · Pea
Todor Kertikov, Daniela Kertikova
BG
3 records
GW51527
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
Golden West Seed Bulgaria
BG
3 records
Hannibal PZO
ActiveAvena sativa L. · Oat
Stephanie Franck
DE
3 records
Grizmo
ActiveZea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
KWS SAAT SE, DE
FR
2 records
Humexx
TerminatedZea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
R 2n (FR)
FR
2 records
Hidra
TerminatedZea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
SEMENCES CARGILL
ES
2 records
Grasslands Bill
ActiveLolium multiflorum Lam. · Italian ryegrass
GRASSLAND TECHNOLOGY LTD
IT
3 records
Glinka
TerminatedZea mays L. · Maize
LIMAGRAIN GmbH (LG Europe-Research)
DE
2 records
Giuliana
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
PIONEER HI-BRED INT
IT
3 records
Geoxx Duo
ActiveZea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
RAGT 2n, FR
FR
2 records
GK Bertalan
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
Gabonakutató Nonprofit Közhasznú Kft, Szeged
HU
2 records