Sila‑Tec Silage Conditioner

How It Works

Sila‑Tec feeds L‑form lactic acid–producing bacteria that rapidly ferment silage with a sweet, non‑toxic fatty acid. This acid partially digests the silage, making nutrients more available—so much so that cattle lick the bunk clean! Learn about promoting effective fermentation and MycorrPlus. Find silage management resources at the USDA NRCS pasture resources.

It also acts as a prebiotic in the rumen, quickly converting to propionic acid for smooth digestion. The fermentation process turns trapped oxygen into a non‑volatile gas, keeping silage cool and reducing shrinkage. Silage is feedable within 24 hours.

Advantages

• Enhanced Palatability: Enables high-moisture silage with more sugars.
• Cooler Silage: Reduces spoilage and pack shrinkage.
• Prevents Off-Odors: Produces a naturally sweet fermentation, not ammonia or alcohol.
• Extended Shelf-Life: Remains feedable on hot days.
• Nitrate Conversion: Converts nitrates into protein, reducing poisoning risk.

Using Treated Silage in Rations

• Lower feed costs
• Higher energy, protein, and mineral availability
• Improved compatibility in ruminant diets
• Enables earlier crop removal in double-cropping systems with fewer pest issues

How to Make Better Silage

• Avoid cutting in the rain or when overly wet.
• Cut at the optimal maturity to prevent over-drying or frost damage.
• Pack the chopped crop immediately for best compaction.
• Keep chopper knives sharp and adjust for the recommended forage length (up to 5/8").
• Dilute and evenly apply Sila‑Tec using a spray rig or sprinkler.

Note: Adequate moisture is crucial; fermentation won’t work if the feed is too dry.

Sila‑Tec Application Rates

• 65–78% moisture: 1 pint per ton
• 78–80% moisture: 1.5 pints per ton
• Below 65% moisture: 2 pints per ton

Use a boom applicator for truckloads or mount the applicator on your chopper for direct cutting.