Grassland Conservation Quiz

What are the two common forms of conserving grass for winter feeding?

• Grass and silage

• Silage and haylage

• Grass and haylage

• Hay and silage

Which bacteria produces good-quality, lactic acid silage?

• Clostridium

• Escherichia

• Streptococcus

• Lactobacillus

What is the purpose of rolling silage produced in a pit?

• To enhance aroma

• To improve color

• To increase moisture content

• To remove air pockets

What is the purpose of covering silage in a pit with polythene?

• To prevent fermentation

• To allow air circulation

• To keep the pit airtight

• To reduce moisture content

What is the benefit of round bale silage for small farmers?

• Difficult to transport

• Produces effluent

• Higher moisture content

• Cheaper

Which of the following is a common additive in silage production?

• Caffeine

• Salt

• Acids

• Vinegar

What is silage effluent?

• Insect repellent

• Solid waste

• Toxic gas

• Nutrient-rich liquid

What type of weather is heavily dependent on the production of hay?

• Snowy weather

• Windy weather

• Rainy weather

• Prolonged dry, sunny weather

What equipment is needed in the production of hay?

• Forklift, conveyor, shredder

• Seeder, sprayer, harvester

• Tractor, plow, harrow

• Rotary mower, rotary tedder, baler

What is the moisture content of haylage compared to hay?

• Varies

• Same

• Lower

• Higher