Two-In-One Clamp Sheet to Reduce Silage Losses and Save Time.
A new two-in-one silage clamp sheet could help farmers save silage from spoilage on the top and shoulders of their clamp.
The Institute of Biological, Environmental and Rural Sciences (IBERS) in the UK, cite average dry matter losses of 25% under commercial silage making conditions, which in round bale terms, equates to around 250 wrapped bales from every 1,000otherwise lost due to ineffective sheeting.
With more than 60% of farmers applying only a top sheet to their silage clamp, many are now opting for a combined dual sheet approach to increase protection of forage with no additional labour.
Visqueen, provider of silage sheeting solutions, have announced their new one-step Visqueen Synergy clamp sheet, combining a vacuum underlayer sheet with a thicker quality top sheet in one product.
Lloyd Dawson, Visqueen’s sales director for the UK and Ireland, says it’s become increasingly common for farmers to neglect proper sheeting of their clamp due to a lack of labour and time, which is where Visqueen Synergy comes in.
He says: “The product combines two crucial processes, giving farmers the benefit of both the vacuum sheet and top sheet in one time-efficient application.
“The top sheet is made from a thicker green-black material, providing enhanced strength and durability.
“The flexible underlayer sheet in the two-in-one process forms a vacuum effect, creating an improved oxygen barrier to enhance fermentation and prevent spoilage.”
Mr Dawson says that without addressing the huge volume of silage lost each season to inefficient clamp management, farmers could continue to face huge financial losses.
“With silage worth £60-70 per tonne this year, a 25% loss to spoilage in a 1,000 tonne clamp could mean a financial loss of up to £17,500,” he explains.
“The dry summer of 2025 served as a stark reminder of the importance of maximising forage in preparation for more challenging periods. Failing to do so puts huge pressure on winter feed supplies.”
Mr Dawson is urging farmers to make more informed decisions when choosing silage clamp sheets.
“Visqueen Synergy is available upon request from your local merchant, and following positive feedback from users so far, wehave begun making the product more widely available.”
For more information, visit the Visqueen website: https://www.visqueenpolycrop.com/
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