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High-throughput Fluorometric Measurement of Potential Soil Extracellular Enzyme Activities
Published on: November 15, 2013
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1Institut für Agrartechnik Bornim e.V., Max-Eyth-Allee 100, D-14469, Potsdam.
Mycotoxin Research
|April 23, 2013
Summary
Achieving optimal silage quality requires specific air exclusion conditions. A minimum compactness of 210 kg DM/m³ and covering material permeability below 1.7 L/m²/24h effectively inhibit mould growth and mycotoxin formation.
Area of Science:
- Agricultural Science
- Food Science
- Mycology
Context:
- Silage storage is crucial for preserving forage quality.
- Mould growth and mycotoxin contamination pose significant risks to animal health and feed value.
- Effective air exclusion is vital for successful ensiling.
Purpose:
- To determine the critical boundary conditions for compactness and covering material permeability to prevent mould growth in silage.
- To assess the impact of air exclusion on silage fermentation quality, mould development, and mycotoxin levels.
- To establish optimal parameters for silage preservation.
Summary:
- Optimal silage fermentation and mould inhibition require a minimum compactness of 200-210 kg DM/m³.
- A maximum covering material permeability of 1.7 L/m²/24h (achieved with six film wraps) is necessary.
- Low levels of roquefortine C (<1.0 mg/kg) were detected, considered safe for ruminant feeding.
Impact:
- Provides essential data for optimizing silage production practices.
- Contributes to reducing economic losses associated with silage spoilage.
- Ensures the safety and quality of animal feed, promoting livestock health.
