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Brereton, Bernard

 
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Sinopsis

Practical guidance for building durable stave silos and storing silage efficiently.

This edition compiles field-tested advice on choosing materials, sizing, and assembly for wooden stave silos. It explains why depth, smooth interior surfaces, and air-tight construction matter, and it covers common timber grades and how they affect silo performance. The guidance emphasizes cost-conscious options, including temporary silos for emergencies and professional help to supervise construction.


  • How depth, wall smoothness, and joint layout influence silage quality and loss.

  • Standard stave sizes and lengths, with guidance on mixing lengths to fit a 30-foot deep silo.

  • Lumber grades and material considerations to achieve an air-tight, durable storage structure.

  • Practical tips on assembly, sap placement, and avoiding air pockets in the silage chamber.



Ideal for readers planning farm storage, silo construction, or evaluating durable, cost-conscious options for silage storage.

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