Excerpt from Silos: Construction and Service
During the past few years, I have had occasion to examine and to study the construction of a large number of silos in a dozen states, both in the East and in the Middle West. As the result of this study I have become thoroughly impressed with the belief that many of the mistakes and difficulties in the building of silos might be avoided if the builders had a more thorough knowledge of the fundamental principles of silo construction and the preservation of silage. There is no recent American book on silo building and none of any date which covers the many types'of silos now in use and gives details of their construction. There are a number of experiment station publications on the subject, but these are necessarily either brief in their treatment or limited to special types. It is with the object of presenting to the intending builder the principles of silo construction and the advantages and disadvantages of the different types, and more parti cularly of giving the actual methods of construction, that this book is written.
The first part of the volume takes up the fundamentals of silage preservation, descriptions of the different types of silos follow, and an explanation of the details and the con struction of all the important types. These details and the p ans and specifications are in nearly all cases from first hand knowledge.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive guide to constructing and using silos for effectively preserving silage, the fermented feed produced from corn or other fodder, as a means of providing nutritious sustenance for livestock during winter months or other times of feed shortage. Delving into silage preservation fundamentals, this book elucidates the scientific processes involved in the preservation of silage, emphasizing the critical role of lactic acid fermentation in preventing spoilage. The author underscores the importance of timely harvesting, proper packing, and air exclusion in achieving optimal silage quality and minimizing waste. The book meticulously examines various types of silos commonly utilized in different regions and circumstances. It provides detailed instructions for constructing stave silos, masonry silos, concrete silos, and clay-product silos, including insights into the advantages and disadvantages of each type. It also offers guidance on site selection, excavation, foundation preparation, and other essential aspects of silo construction. Additionally, the book delves into the nuances of silage management, covering topics such as filling, sealing, and unloading techniques. It emphasizes the significance of proper silage management practices to preserve the nutritional value of silage and prevent spoilage. This book is an invaluable resource for farmers, ranchers, agriculturalists, and anyone seeking to enhance their understanding of silage preservation and silo construction. Its practical advice and in-depth analysis of the subject matter empower readers to make informed decisions about silo selection, construction, and management, ultimately leading to improved livestock nutrition and farm profitability. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781334281709_0
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