If you want to make silage from napier grass it is advised that you harvest when they are two months old or one month re-growth. Adding molasses during ensiling improves fermentation process and ...

Then he crossed it with Napier grass, a closely related cousin of pearl millet that is grown in Africa for cut-and-carry silage and high biomass fodder. "You can cross these two species and get ...

With high milk and beef prices, farmers are encouraged to maximize the energy potential of their grass silage this season.

It does not necessarily reflect the view of The Herald. A pioneering trial has shown that applying an inoculant to grass silage can significantly improve fibre digestibility and increase milk yields ...

Here’s why Napier grass stands out: 1. High Yield: Napier grass is a productive and versatile forage grass native to Africa and southeast Asia. It grows rapidly, reaching a height of 10-15 feet ...

You can choose to use napier grass as pasture or conserve it as silage or hay. Napier grass can withstand heavy grazing, but this must be compensated with good weeding, irrigation during dry ...