livestock feed

Silage is a livestock feed made by fermenting plant matter typically using Lactobacillus. The fermentation converts the plant matter (usually grasses) into a more digestible animal material while providing greater available nutrients. As a fermented feed, silage serves as a probiotic for livestock. Silage is typically made at 70% moisture.

1. Water — 1 cup of water per pound of bran.  Place water in a large enough bowl or bucket.  Examples are 10 lbs, 25 lbs, and 50 lbs.
   • 10 lbs - 10 cups of water (80 fl oz, or 2.5 quarts)
   • 25 lbs - 25 cups (200 fl oz, or 6.25 qts, or 1 gal 2 qts 1 cup) 
   • 50 lbs - 50 cups (400 fl oz, or 12.5 qts, or 3 gal 2 cups)
2. Measuring cup(s) or measuring spoon(s).