Abstract
In the first of two alfalfa hay experiments, lambs fed small bale hays averaged 16% better gains and feed conversions than those fed large bale hays; Fresh Cut®-treated hay gave 9% better performance than untreated hays; and medium-moisture hays produced 12% faster and more efficient gains than low-moisture hays. In the second experiment, hay baled above 30% moisture had excessive heating, more discoloration and mold growth, higher storage losses, and lower dry matter and protein digestibilities compared with 15% moisture hay.
Keywords: Cattlemen's Day, 1986, Kansas Agricultural Experiment Station contribution, no. 86-320-S, Report of progress (Kansas State University. Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service), 494, Beef, Moisture, Bale type, Preservative, Hay quality, Value
How to Cite:
Laytimi, A., Arledge, J., Grimes, C. & Bolsen, K., (1986) “Effect of moisture, bale type, and a preservative on alfalfa hay quality and feeding value”, Kansas Agricultural Experiment Station Research Reports 1(1), 153-160. doi: https://doi.org/10.4148/2378-5977.2440
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