When accessing silos, be aware of toxic gases that are produced during the fermentation process. These gases include nitric oxide (NO), nitrogen dioxide (NO2) and nitrogen tetroxide (N2O4). These ...

“I had my first wakeup call in June 1974 when I had an accident with the silage blower at the research farm,” Bolsen said. “It was a Saturday afternoon and I was in a hurry, tired and frustrated.

ELIOT, Maine — The mailboxes in front of the Raitt Farm are mounted on an old silage blower. "I wanted something different," said Tom Raitt. He installed the old farm machine after taking down the ...

Corn silage making season will soon be upon us. It's important to take the time to communicate with employees proper protocols while making silage, along with safe practices around silage piles or ...