Forages have long been the standard feedstuff for ruminant livestock production. The use of higher forage content total mixed ration (TMR) has increased in recent years, creating the need for greater monitoring of the quality of high-inclusion feedstuff(s). Major forage crops include corn silage, grass silages, haylages and small grain silages. These, individually and in combination, will represent most of the TMR, and their quality is a determining factor in efficient production and animal health.

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