A Preliminary Study of the Effects of Gaseous Ozone on the Microbiological and Chemical Characteristics of Whole-Plant Corn Silage

• DOI: 10.3390/fermentation10080398
• Publication Date: 2024-08-01T12:14:46Z
• Authors: Douglas Luiz Koak...; Tiago Bordin; Damiano Cavallini; Giovanni Buonaiuto
• Keywords: Silage

This study investigated the effect of gaseous ozone (O3) on chemical and microbiological properties whole-plant corn silage. Conducted a commercial dairy farm in Brazil, maize was ensiled experimental bag silos treated with varying levels O3 (0%, 1.25%, 3.12%, 4.15%, 6.25%). The findings revealed minimal nutrient losses starch, non-fiber carbohydrates, crude protein, total digestible nutrients compared to untreated fresh maize. O3-treated silages exhibited increased ash, ether extract, calcium, phosphorus. Notably, application 3.12% 4.15% improved characteristics, significantly reducing mold yeast populations, which are common issues farm-produced demonstrated that is promising additive for enhancing quality silage, offering an effective alternative traditional preservatives.