cultivating to harvest of fodder corn

cultivating to harvest of fodder corn

The cultivation of fodder corn is one of the most important agricultural activities, which receives a lot of attention due to its importance in providing livestock fodder as well as industrial and food uses. in this .The article examines the different stages of fodder corn cultivation, from seed selection to harvesting and storage.

Corn is one of the strategic products in agriculture, which has a special place among farmers due to its high yield. This product is also used in the food and pharmaceutical industries in addition to providing the fodder needed by livestock farms.

Seed selection
Choosing the right seed is one of the most important stages of fodder corn cultivation. Hybrid seeds that have high yield and disease resistance are usually preferred. Corn seeds must be adapted to the climatic conditions of the region to give the best results.

Land preparation
Lands suitable for growing fodder corn should have deep, soft and permeable soil. Soil pH must be in certain conditions for corn cultivation. Also, the land should have proper drainage to avoid water accumulation.

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planting time
The time to plant fodder corn varies depending on the climatic conditions of the region, but it is usually done in late spring and early summer. The density of plants per hectare should be such that each plant has enough space to grow. The distance between the rows should be between 70 and 75 cm.

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During the growth period, corn needs regular and sufficient irrigation. Irrigation should be done in such a way that the soil is always moist but avoid waterlogging.

fertilization
It is necessary to use the right fertilizers to strengthen the soil and better plant growth. Nitrogen, phosphate and potassium fertilizers can help corn grow better.

Pest and disease control
Controlling pests and diseases is one of the important steps in planting corn. The use of herbicides and agricultural pesticides can help reduce weed competition and plant protection.

Plant nutrition management
Corn needs different nutrients that must be given to the plant regularly and at appropriate times. The use of biological and organic fertilizers can also help to improve soil quality and better plant growth

Harvest
Harvesting of forage corn is usually done when the plant has reached its maximum growth and the leaves have started to turn yellow. Harvesting should be done carefully to minimize damage to the plant. After harvest, corn should be moved quickly to the silo to use anaerobic fermentation to maintain forage quality.

1. Determining the right time to harvest
The best time to harvest fodder corn is when the corn kernels are in the late milk stage and early pulp stage. At this stage, the dry matter of the plant is about 30 to 35%, which will have a good effect on the quality of fodder and finally the quality of silage.

2. Preparation of harvesting equipment
Before starting harvesting, you should check and prepare harvesting equipment such as combines and transporters. Ensure that all equipment is in proper working condition to avoid any breakdowns and delays in harvesting.

Harvest

Forage corn harvesting should be done carefully so as to cause minimal damage to the plant. The harvesters should be adjusted so that the seeds are not crushed and the leaves and stems are finely chopped. This work helps to increase the quality of fodder.

4. Transfer to silo

After harvest, corn should be moved quickly to the silo to use anaerobic fermentation to maintain forage quality. This step is very important because delay in transfer can reduce the quality of forage.

5. Silo compression and covering

Forage corn in the silage must be well compacted to expel air. Then the silo should be covered with a suitable cover to prevent air and water from entering it. This helps to maintain the quality of fodder and prevent its spoilage.

Maize fodder packaging

Corn fodder packaging is one of the effective ways to maintain the quality and nutritional value of this product. Forage corn packing machines can pack forage as silage, which has many advantages over traditional silos. Corn fodder packaging protects the product from pests, weather factors and pollution, and also makes its transportation and storage easier.

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Golmehr Sanat Valiasr company has made several different machines for corn fodder packaging.

Types of corn silage packing machines

Packaging Fodder Maize 30 Kg Vertical For more information about this machine please click here

This machine packs the chopped corn fodder into 30 kg rectangular cube packs, which has a production capacity of 4 tons per hour.

Packaging Fodder Maize 30 Kg Vertical machine For more information about this machine please click here

This machine is the same as the horizontal machine, with the difference that in addition to being smaller and with a stainless steel body, the production capacity of this machine is 8 tons per hour.

One ton corn fodder packaging machine For more information about this machine please click here

This machine cuts corn fodder into cylindrical packages, the weight of these packages can be adjusted from 600 kg to 1200 kg.