Most farmers will recognize the challenges of silage management during feed out: Heating of silage largely due to the growth of yeast and mold is particularly problematic. In addition certain molds produce harmful mycotoxins. Mycotoxins may compromise production and health of animals. Another challenge could be feed shortage, forcing farmers to initiate feed out well in advance of the optimum 90 days of fermentation. A shorter fermentation time is problematic as this will not allow the silage to reach a stable stage. The risk of heating and loss of valuable nutrients may jeopardize milk production and could lead to a severe economic impact.
SiloSolve FC is a combination of Lactococcus lactis O-224 and Lactobacillus buchneri. O-224 consumes oxygen at all stages of growth and thereby makes it more difficult for fungi to grow. Furthermore O-224 is a homo-fermentative strain with proven benefits such as reduction of dry matter losses and improved fermentation. Lactobacillus buchneri has a proven effect against the growth of fungi. The Lactococcus lactis O-224 and Lactobacillus buchneri work synergistically, as O-224 removes oxygen and improves fermentation, while L. buchneri reduces fungal growth.