Has limited market potential. Long distance transportation is inefficient because silage is heavy and deteriorates with exposure to air. Quickly Silage spoils when exposed to the air - plain and simple. It's important to fill the silo rapidly, pack it well and cover it as soon as possible. When a sealed silo is opened, the fermentation process can begin again.
Spoilage is minimized in silos that have been filled rapidly, packed well and sealed quickly.
The key to producing good silage lies in controlling the fermentation process. Although some biological and chemical factors are largely outside of the producer's control, there are others the producer can manage to optimize silage quality. Moisture Moisture content of the crop at harvest is likely the most important factor in determining silage quality. If the moisture is too high, the fermentation process may not stabilize, resulting in nutrient loss and spoilage. Wet silage may also freeze, creating handling difficulties.