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SILAGE SUCCESS STARTS HERE – Steps 5 to 8 – OR – Marilyn Monroe Gives Silage Advice

And now back to our previous program… 8. SAFETY (Yes, I know this is supposed to come last, but I decided it needed to be first, if you read nothing else, read this part all the way through) Please please … Continue reading

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THE 800 – LB RULE

The goal for packing density on a silage pile is to achieve a minimum of 16 lbs of dry matter per cu. ft. How to get there? NOTE! This video is a little noisy at first, but the audio gets better. … Continue reading

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GOOD, CLEAN, EDUCATIONAL FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT

Pop up the popcorn! Drizzle with plenty of melted butter! Pull up the comfy sofa and get ready to watch educational family entertainment at it’s finest! Kids – We’re gonna learn how a drive over pile is made! Sit still … Continue reading

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MAKING YOUR BEST WINTER FORAGE EVER

Winter forage season is around the corner. You are about to spend a ton of money on feed that provides the base to your herds ration. Why not take the time to plan ahead and make this the best crop you’ve ever … Continue reading

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WINDY AT YOUR PLACE? AIR = SPOILAGE = WASTE = $ LOST

Welcome to Connor Marketing, Inc. all you new readers. Please take a look at our past posts for help and hints. We will soon be adding an area called “The Library” where we hope to catalogue the latest  news and resources.  Look to this … Continue reading

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Prepare for Corn Silage Season

Ready for corn silage? Here is a basic list of things to do in preparation. Check off these items as you go – many have a safety slant to them. 1. Equipment – If you use a contractor, contact him … Continue reading

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MAKING YOUR BEST FORAGE EVER – STEPS TO SUCCESS PART 1

In the next few entries, we’ll outline a plan for putting up the best forage you’ve ever made. I bet your Grandma “put up” tasty tomatoes, peaches, jams and pickles. She was probably pretty fussy about the ingredients, the process, … Continue reading

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