Maize silage is a valuable feed source for dairy and beef cattle, as it provides high energy, starch, and digestible fibre. However, harvesting maize silage can be challenging, as it requires careful planning, timing, and equipment. In this blog post, we will share some tips on how to optimise your maize silage harvest process with precision-engineered equipment from Armour Group. We will also introduce our 2024 finance offer, which can help you acquire the best machinery for your silage needs.
Transporting Maize Silage
Many of our customers are looking to improve their equipment to transport chopped, harvested crop from the field to the storage site. This requires a fast and efficient transport system, which can minimise losses and maintain quality. You also want to avoid soil contamination, which can reduce the nutritional value and increase the risk of spoilage.
To transport maize silage, you need a tipper trailer or a farm trailer that can carry large loads of silage. The trailer should have a sturdy and stable design, as well as a hydraulic tipping mechanism for easy unloading. It should also have a high ground clearance, a strong suspension, and a reliable braking system for safe and smooth operation.
One of the best tipper trailers in the market is the Stewart Stewart GX15-CM Tipper Trailer from Armour Group. This is a versatile 15-tonne construction tipper trailer, which can handle any type of silage, as well as grain, rock, gravel, and other materials. It has a robust and durable steel body, a reinforced chassis, a heavy-duty axle, and a hydraulic tailgate. It also has a hydraulic jack, a spare wheel, and LED lights for convenience and safety.
Another option for transporting maize silage is the Stewart VT6100 Versatile Farm Trailer from Armour Group. This is a 6.1-metre farm trailer, which can be customised with different side options for silage, grain, rock, and gravel. It has a strong and lightweight aluminium body, a hydraulic tipping system, a tandem axle, and a hydraulic brake. It also has a removable drawbar, a toolbox, and a mudguard for flexibility and functionality.
The GX-18-23 40 m3 Silage Trailer
Compacting Maize Silage
The final step in the maize silage harvest process is to compact the crop in the silage pit or bunker. This is essential for removing air and creating anaerobic conditions, which promote good fermentation and preservation. Compacting maize silage also reduces shrinkage and spoilage, as well as improves feed quality and palatability.
To compact maize silage, you need a tractor with a front-end loader or a telehandler with a silage fork or a buck rake. The loader or the telehandler should have enough power and weight to push and pack the silage evenly and tightly. The silage fork or the buck rake should have a large and sturdy design, which can move and distribute large amounts of silage.
One of the best silage forks on the market is the Triton 14-Foot Silage Fork from Armour Group. This is a premium quality silage fork, which is designed for high-volume work. It has a heavy-duty frame, a reinforced tine bar, and 14 hardened steel tines. It also has a hydraulic top link, which allows for easy adjustment of the fork angle.
Another option for compacting maize silage is the Falcon 10-Foot Heavy Duty Push-Off Range Buck Rake from Armour Group. This is a robust and reliable buck rake, which can push and pack silage with ease. It has a solid and durable steel frame, a hydraulic push-off mechanism, and 10 high-tensile steel tines. It also has a quick-attach system, which enables fast and easy attachment and detachment.
Our premium buck rake tool for silage operations.
A unique and innovative product for compacting maize silage is the Silapactor Silage Compactor from Armour Group. This is a specially designed silage compactor, which can increase the density and quality of silage by up to 40%. It has a heavy and compact body, which weighs 2.5 tonnes and measures 3 metres wide. It also has 11 individual roller rings, which create a smooth and even surface on the silage. The Silapactor can be attached to any tractor or telehandler, and can be used on any type of silage pit or bunker.
2024 Finance Offer
If you are interested in acquiring any of the equipment mentioned above, you can take advantage of our 2024 finance offer, which can help you optimise your maize silage harvest process. Our finance offer and terms are as follows:
- 36 Months – 2.99%*
- 48 Months – 3.99%*
- 60 Months – 4.99%*
*T&C apply. 15% deposit, GST back in 1st quarter, to approved purchases only.
To apply for our finance offer, you can contact us by phone, email, or online form. We will get back to you as soon as possible and guide you through the application process. We will also provide you with a free quote and a customised solution for your silage needs.
Conclusion
Maize silage is a valuable feed source for dairy and beef cattle, but it requires careful planning, timing, and equipment. With precision-engineered equipment from Armour Group, you can optimise your maize silage harvest process and achieve the best results. You can also benefit from our 2024 finance offer, which can help you acquire the best machinery for your silage needs. Contact us today and let us help you optimise your maize silage harvest process.
