The start of spring means the harvesting season is on the horizon! It is essential to make sure that stored feed stays in top-notch condition.
A proper silage pit is crucial to this process, as it ensures the nutritional value of the feed is maintained. Usually, an airtight layer is used to cover the silage and exert pressure, such as a tarp with sand or car tyres. But did you know that potato steam peels are a fantastic alternative to cover your silage pit? This does not just offer significant convenience, but is also an excellent way of preserving the feed.
Lowered pH value, better preservation and increased nutritional value
The acids present in the potato steam peels can lower the pH value of the silage pit more rapidly. This means you won't need as many expensive ensiling aids. A lower pH value means the feed is preserved more effectively, and inhibits the growth of undesirable bacteria and fungi. This will result in reduced fungal growth and spoilage, and will help maintain the nutritional value of the feed.
Preventing festering with potato steam peels
Festering can significantly reduce the quality of the feed, as it affects the dry matter, flavour and digestibility. This will result in lower nutritional value and feed intake. Festering is the result of yeasts and acetic acid bacteria becoming active in the silage pit due to the presence of oxygen. To avoid festering, it is important to properly pressurise and cover the silage pit. Potato steam peels are the best option for doing so, as they form an airtight layer and exert additional pressure on the silage thanks to their weight. Their low pH value also inhibits the development of undesirable microorganisms, often eliminating the need for expensive anti-festering products.
Additional starch source for rations
Potato steam peels have a high starch content and can be added to the rations as an extra energy source. Covering the silage pit with these peels offers a convenient storage solution without the need for additional storage space. The steam treatment the potatoes receive to remove their peels releases the starch, making it an easily digestible energy source.
Convenience guaranteed
Using our potato steam peels to cover your silage pit guarantees convenience! Our driver will spray the steam peels onto the silage pit once, eliminating the need to cover it with sand, car tyres or other materials. This does not only save a lot of time and effort during ensilage, but also during unloading. The feed is easy to access, without the need to remove the sand or tyres. Enjoy added convenience by going for potato steam peels as your ideal silage cover!
Are you curious about how covering a silage pit with potato peels works?
Joost is happy to tell you more!
Win-win for farmers and cattle alike
As you can see, using potato steam peels to cover your silage pit offers a wealth of benefits. Not only does it mean extra convenience and improved feed preservation, but it also offers an extra source of starch for your rations. Going for potato steam peels as a method of covering your silage pit will save you time, improve the feed value and prevent festering. A win-win situation for farmers and cows alike!
Are you looking for an easy way to keep your silage pit in top-notch condition?
Do you have any questions about covering your silage pit with potato steam peels?
Our Sales manager Joost is happy to help you!
Joost van de Wijgert
Sales Manager
Frequently asked questions about covering a silage pit with potato steam peels.
- What are potato steam peels?
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Potato steam peels are potato peels that were steamed to remove them from the potatoes. These peels are an excellent alternative to traditional methods for covering your silage pit.
- What are the benefits of using potato steam peels to cover a silage pit?
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As you can see, using potato steam peels to cover your silage pit offers a wealth of benefits. It means extra convenience and improved feed preservation, prevents festering and offers an extra source of starch for your rations.
- How do potato steam peels contribute to the preservation of the feed?
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The acids present in the potato steam peels can lower the pH value of the silage pit more rapidly, reducing the need for expensive ensiling aids. A lower pH value in the silage pit will result in better preservation and inhibits the growth of undesirable microorganisms like bacteria and fungi. This will result in reduced fungal growth and spoilage, thus improving the feed value.
- How can potato steam peels prevent festering?
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Festering can significantly reduce the quality of the feed, as it affects the dry matter, flavour and digestibility. Festering is the result of yeasts and acetic acid bacteria becoming active in the silage pit due to the presence of oxygen. Potato steam peels are an excellent option for doing so, as they form an airtight layer and exert additional pressure on the silage thanks to their weight. Their low pH value also inhibits the development of undesirable microorganisms, often eliminating the need for expensive anti-festering products.
- How are the potato steam peels placed onto the silage pit?
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One of our drivers will spray the steam peels onto the silage pit once, eliminating the need to cover it with sand, car tyres or other materials.