How to tell if your
Inoculant/Hay Preservative
Program is working:
• Able to chop/bale 0.5-1 day sooner
• Acid detergent insoluble nitrogen and crude protein should be
about the same as when harvested
• Less seepage
• Little or no mold growth
• Feed new silage sooner without loss in dry matter intake
(silage is cooler)
• Nitrate levels should be lower
• Silage shouldn’t freeze - only crystallize - cells should
not have ruptured
• Silage should have a pleasant smell (acetic, lactic, propionic acid no butyric or “rotten” smelling acids).
Forage should feed longer than previously due to less
seepage, less dry matter lost, less mold, no frozen
particles, less leaf loss, and more edible cobs.
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First in
Quality
Forage
Technology
Ensure Proper Fermentation
With AFT Products
Fermentation is the product of a bacterial process which occurs in ensiled
crops, baled hay, and high moisture grains. In a good fermentation, rapid
bacterial action lowers the pH level to 4.0 which stops the fermenting
process and stabilizes the crop for storage. Bacteria which already exists in
the forage, however, can be inefficient and lead to poor fermentation. This
poor fermentation can result in forage nutrients being converted to liquids
(runoff), gases (carbon dioxide), mold, and excessive heat - which ties up
protein. The addition of the proper bacteria and enzymes can help ensure a
quality fermentation process and produce high quality forage.
Bacteria in a high quality forage inoculant should:
•Grow quickly over a wide range of temperatures
•Grow quickly over a wide pH range
•Produce large amounts of lactic acid while inhibiting the production of
undesirable acids (butyric)
•Use a wide range of available sugars for growth
•Aid in mold growth inhibition
•Be stabilized for long shelf life
•Be carried in an electrolyte-rich carrier to help distribute enzymes
throughout the silage
•Electrolytes are also necessary for proper enzymatic functions
Gold Label Mold Inhibitor
AFT Gold Label Mold Inhibitor is a buffered propionic/acetic acid product that
aids in the preservation of silage, high moisture corn, high moisture ground corn,
and total mix rations (TMRs).
Active Ingredients
Propionic acid, Acetic acid, Water,
Propylene glycol, Mono and
Diglycerides, Benzoic acid, Butylated
hydroxytoluene , Color
Guaranteed Analysis
70% - Total Acid Content (Propionic
acid/Acetic acid)
Why AFT Gold Label?
• Consistent results
• Mold control
• Effective on all types of silages
• Increases dry matter recovery
• Ready to use product
For Use On Silage: Spray Gold Label on the
silage using the application rate indicated:
Moisture
Level
Rate
(lbs/ton)
Alfalfa and Other
Legumes (ensiled)
50% - 65%
1 lbs.
Grass (ensiled)
60% - 70%
1 lbs.
Corn Silage
60% - 65%
1 lbs.
Oatlage, Other
Small Grain Silage
55% - 70%
1 lbs.
Baled Silage or
Balage
55% - 65%
1 lbs.
Bunk Life
Extension
—
2 lbs.
For Use On High Moisture Ground Corn:
Qualities of the best forage inoculants:
Spray Gold
Label on the
corn using the
application rate
indicated:
• Non-Toxic
• Non-Corrosive
• Easy to apply
• Works well in harvesting at a higher sap moisture level
• Provides the necessary trace minerals in a soluble form to stimulate
enzyme activity
AFT inoculant uniquely provides
assurance of the highest quality
fermentation over a wide range of
possible circumstances through an
optimal population of five different
bacterial species, each chosen for its
specific role in quality forage production.
Use Rates
One gallon = 8.89 Lbs./gallon. 1 lb. of product
is equivalent to 14 fluid ounces of Gold
Label.
Moisture
Level
Rate
(lbs/ton)
20%
6-8 lbs.
25%
4-6 lbs.
3-4 lbs.
2-3 lbs.
30%
35%
For Use On High Moisture Corn:
Spray Gold
Label on the
corn using the
application rate
indicated:
Moisture
Level
Rate
(lbs/ton)
18% - 22%
6 lbs.
23% - 26%
8 lbs.
10 lbs.
27% - 35%
UNDER STRESSED CONDITIONS
CONSULT YOUR NUTRITIONIST.
For Use On Total Mix Rations (TMRs):
Spray Gold Label on the TMRs at
2 to 3 lbs./ton.
Preservation Through
Microbial Fermentation
Green Label Professional
Formula Hay Preservative
AFT Green Label Professional Formula Hay Preservative is an unique combination
of buffered acids and surfactants designed to provide the best value available for
the producer who wants to do a truly professional job making baled hay.
Active Ingredients
91% - Ammonium salts (Propionic acid,
acetic acid, citric acid), propylene
glycol, ammonium hydroxide
solution.
Guaranteed Analysis
68% - Propionic acid
2% - Acetic acid
2% - Citric acid
2% - Propylene glycol
17% - Ammonium hydroxide solution
9% - Deionized water, artificial color
pH: 5.8-6.0
Why AFT Green Label?
Directions for Use
Spray Green Label Professional Formula
Hay Preservative on hay being made into
conventional square bales, round bales, stacked
hay or large square bales as it passes over the
pickup head of the implement. Green Label
can also be used on silage, haylage, and feed
blends. Calibrate the application equipment to
apply at the following rates:
Small sq. &
Large round
bales
Large
12-18%
moisture
19-21%
moisture
22-23%
moisture
4 lbs/ton
5 lbs/ton
7 lbs/ ton
5 lbs/ ton
6 lbs/ ton
9 lbs/ton
sq. bales
Citric acid has been shown to be
an excellent antioxidant which makes
23-25%
26-28%
29-30%
the curing process more efficient and
moisture
moisture moisture
helps prevent chlorophyll breakdown
Small sq. &
20 lbs/
which means greener, more
Large round 10 lbs/ ton 15 lbs/ ton
ton
attractive hay.
bales
Propionic acid is the best single
Do Not
Do Not
Large
12 lbs/ton
mold inhibiting agent. It comprises
Bale
Bale
sq. bales
68% of the Green Label formula.
Ammonium Hydroxide is the
buffering agent which eliminates the
corrosive properties of the acids. It
For use on silage, haylage and feed
comprises 17% of the formula.
blends,
apply at the recommended rates:
Acetic acid reduces the pH rapidly
and kills any present bacteria. When
Rate
combined with propionic acid, a
Moisture Level
(lbs/ton)
synergism is formed which gives
60% - 70%
2 - 3 lbs.
effective mold control at low levels of Corn Silage
application.
Haylage/
50% - 70%
2 - 4 lbs.
Baleage
Propylene glycol is a surfactant
Small Grain
which allows the preservative to
60% - 70%
2 - 4 lbs.
silage
penetrate the hay rather than just
coat it. This results in softer hay and
Feed Blends
1-3 lbs./ton
effective mold control at low levels of
(short term
Increase rate for added stability
storage)
application.
Set the Stage
Enzymes: Bacterial alfa-amylase, fungal alfa-amylase, cellulose, and
hemicellulose provide an immediate source of enzymes. These
fermentation extracts (enzymes) break down complex carbohydrates
into simple sugars, which provide a necessary food source for the
beneficial bacteria. This specially selected combination of enzymes
was selected for their enzymatic activity and optimal pH range which
affects the typical ensiled forage crops.
Enzyme
Optimal pH Range
Bacterial Alfa-amylase................................ 5.0 - 7.0
Fungal Alfa-amylase................................... 4.0 - 6.0
Cellulase.................................................... 3.0 - 6.0
Hemicellulase............................................. 4.0 - 6.5
Ferment Quickly
Enterococcus faecium: Known as the ‘silage starter’, can grow at
temperatures between 50°-90° F.
Pediococcus acidilactici: Able to grow at temperatures
between 80°-128° F.
Pediococcus pentosaceus: Able to grow at temperatures
between 50°-90° F.
Both Pediococcus acidilactici and Pediococcus pentosaceus have
the ability to grow at low moisture levels (45%).
Drop the pH to 4.0 Quickly
Lactobacillus plantarum: The foremost lactic acid producing bacteria
which functions over a wide temperature range (59°-113° F) and
a wide pH range (3.6 - 7.0).
Special Conditions
Lactococcus lactis has been shown to be effective in suppressing
the growth of Clostridia in forage as well as reducing the growth of
yeast and mold.
Sodium Thiosulfate assists in stabilizing re-hydrated bacteria by
neutralizing chlorinated water.
Dry Granular Silage Inoculant
A combination of lactic acid bacteria and enzymes in a
nutrient-rich carrier for use in all types of silage/grain.
Guaranteed Microbial Analysis
Lactic acid bacteria........ 90.8 billion CFU/lb. (not less than)
(200 million CFU/gram)
Direction for use: Apply evenly over the top of each load at the
following rates:
Corn Silage................................... 0.5 - 1 lb/ton
Sorghum Silage.................................... 1 lb/ton
Alfalfa........................................... 1 - 1.5 lb/ton
Grass Silage................................. 1.5 - 2 lb/ton
Small Grain Silage........................ 1.5 - 2 lb/ton
High Moisture Ground Grains.......... 2 - 3 lb/ton
Fresh Guard Plus Liquid
Formulated with an optimal blend of sodium sulfite and sodium
metabisulfite which depletes the oxygen that encourages
fermentation and reduces fungal growth. Also contains a
proprietary blend of enzymes to aid in fermentation.
Direction for use
Silage/Haylage: Apply 0.5 - 1 pound per ton of silage before it goes into
the silo. Best results are achieved with moisture content between
60% and 70%. If moisture content is lower than 60% increase
usage to 1.5 to 2 pounds per ton.
Balage: Apply 1-2 pounds per ton of balage. Ensure that plastic
wrapping is sound.
Baled Hay: Apply 2 pounds per ton at less than 20% moisture. If 2025% moisture increase usage to 2 –4 pounds per ton.
High Moisture Ground Grain: Apply 1-3 pounds per ton at 25% to 30%
moisture.
Professional Formula 250/500
Water Soluble Silage Inoculant
A highly concentrated combination of lactic acid bacteria and
enzymes for use in all types of silage/grain. Each 500 gram jar
treats 250 tons of legume silage of 500 tons of corn silage.
Guaranteed Microbial Analysis
Lactic acid bacteria............... 91 billion CFU/gram
Micro-Aid 250/500 Water Soluble
Silage Inoculant
A highly concentrated combination of lactic acid bacteria for use
in all forage crops. Each 500 gram jar treats 250 tons of grass or
legume haylage, small grain silage, or high moisture grains or 500
tons of corn or sorghum silage.
Guaranteed Microbial Analysis
Lactic acid bacteria............... 91 billion CFU/gram
Enzyme-Aid 500 HCS Water
Soluble Silage Additive
A specially selected combination of enzymes chosen for their
enzymatic ability to convert complex carbohydrates to simple
sugars, providing a necessary food source for the beneficial
bacteria. One 500 gram jar treats 500 tons of legume, grass, or
corn silage.
Guaranteed Microbial Analysis
Bacterial Alfa-Amylase...................18,160 U/gram
Fungal Alfa-Amylase......................10,896 U/gram
Cellulase.........................................6,810 U/gram
Hemicellulase..................................3,632 U/gram
Dry Water Soluble Silage
Inoculant 50/100
A combination of lactic acid bacteria and enzymes for use in all
types of silage/grain. Each one pound foil package treats 50 tons
of legume silage or 100 tons of corn silage.
Guaranteed Microbial Analysis
Lactic acid bacteria......... 20 billion CFU/gram (not less than)
See instructions on product package for
more complete mixing and use rates.