It was a big year for the forage harvesting industry, with both John Deere and Claas unveiling new series this summer. Several operators across southern Idaho had the opportunity to demo these machines while on tour in September.

The foundation of most diets fed to dairy and beef cattle includes forages, but making them into high-quality silage that can be fed year-round is a challenge.

Whether you’re a custom chopper or harvesting forage for yourself, there are several adjustments you can make to your self-propelled forage harvester to meet the quality forage needs set by your customers’ (or your own) nutritionist.