Pursan
TerminatedZea mays L. · Maize
DK
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.
Philippeen
ActiveZea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
CZ
2 records
Niklas
TerminatedZea mays L. · Maize
DE
2 records
Ramazzotti
ActiveLolium multiflorum Lam. · Italian ryegrass
DE
2 records
SY Liberty
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
DE
3 records
NK Silotop
TerminatedZea mays L. · Maize
DE
3 records
LID2623C
ActiveZea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
CZ
2 records
SY Santacruz
TerminatedZea mays L. · Maize
DE
3 records
Kaspiko
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
SK
2 records
MAS 13B
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
DK
2 records
Iniesto
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
SK
2 records
Mátra
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
HU
4 records
Prima Roskilde
TerminatedLolium multiflorum Lam. · Italian ryegrass
IT
2 records
PR39Z67
TerminatedZea mays L. · Maize
SK
UA
2 records
Plauresa
TerminatedMedicago sativa L. · Alfalfa
DE
HR
3 records
Tapas
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
SK
2 records
Ridley
TerminatedZea mays L. · Maize
DE
2 records
Kuratus
Protection expiredZea mays L. · Maize
DE
2 records
Krajová
Protection expiredMelilotus albus Medik. · White sweet clover
CZ
SK
2 records
Spezi
TerminatedZea mays L. · Maize
DE
2 records
Figorinio
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
DE
2 records
Phileaxx
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
HU
3 records
Facilio
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
DE
2 records
Kapellas
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
SK
2 records