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Silage is a type of fodder made from green foliage crops which have been preserved by fermentation to the point of acidification. It can be fed to cattle, sheep, and other such ruminants (cud-chewing animals). Making silage is an important way for farmers to feed cows and sheep during times when pasture isn’t favorable, such as the dry season.
RMTP established 70 demonstrations on silage production and provided entrepreneurs with the support of machinery purchase, market linkage and market promotion, both offline and online. Also, contract farming agreement was made between maize/grass growers and silage producers for the consistent supply of maize/grass to the silage factory. This initiative has led to a monthly production of 3,500 tonnes of silage. Additionally, 12,226 farmers are supplying maize/grass to the silage producers, while 33,757 farmers are purchasing the raw materials from them. This initiative has significantly enhanced the efficiency, productivity, and sales of silage producers. Moreover, it has resulted in a 25% increase of income for entrepreneurs and has created employment opportunities.
