Chemical composition, fermentation profile, microbial population and dry matter recovery of silages from mixtures of palisade grass and forage peanut

The study evaluated chemical composition, fermentation profile, microbial population and dry matter recovery of silages made from mixtures palisade grass (Urochloa brizantha cv. Marandu) forage peanut (Arachis pintoi Belmonte). experiment was conducted analyzed in a complete randomized factorial design using 5 levels each (0, 25, 50, 75 100% on fresh basis), with without inoculant 3 replications. crude protein concentration increased linearly (P<0.05) fiber decreased as level silage increased. There positive quadratic effect (without inoculant) linear (with lactic acid bacteria increasing silage. main effects the addition to at ensiling were improvement composition profile We recommend adding 25–75% prior improve quality resulting but there is little merit ensiling. Feeding studies animals would verify potential benefits production inclusion legume ensiling, while energy sources determine any further be achieved quality.