Nutritional values and spoilage rate are closely related to the effectiveness of the seal as silage is produced. Covers not only help maintain correct moisture levels and proper temperatures, but maintain anaerobic conditions during fermentation.
If a pile is not kept at an optimal temperature, the pile becomes too wet or too dry, or the presence of oxygen disturbs the fermentation process. it can lead to incomplete processing, permitting the growth of mold and the accumulation of mycotoxins, as well as nutritive losses and decreased palatability.
