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Acetic acid in the silage

Definition

Acetic acid (like butyric acid and propionic acid) is a volatile fatty acid formed during the beneficial conservation process of grass and corn silage.


Key to Preventing Silage Heating

Low levels make grass silage vulnerable to overheating. Harvest crops high in sugar and not too dry to support bacterial conversion, as dry silage limits acetic acid formation.


Silage Stability

Optimal acetic and propionic acid levels in grass silage are 20–35 g/kg DM. Too low causes heating; too high affects taste. At low pH, these acids inhibit fungi and bacteria, ensuring well-preserved silage.

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Acetic acid in the silage

Definition

Acetic acid (like butyric acid and propionic acid) is a volatile fatty acid formed during the beneficial conservation process of grass and corn silage.

Key to Preventing Silage Heating

Low levels make grass silage vulnerable to overheating. Harvest crops high in sugar and not too dry to support bacterial conversion, as dry silage limits acetic acid formation.

Silage Stability

Optimal acetic and propionic acid levels in grass silage are 20–35 g/kg DM. Too low causes heating; too high affects taste. At low pH, these acids inhibit fungi and bacteria, ensuring well-preserved silage.

Related products and tools

Forage Manager

Fresh grass Check

Ration Check