Buffer grain as alternative to home n dry

[Friesianfan]

Has anyone ever tried this ‘Buffergrain’ product from britmilk? It’s cheaper than home n dry and supposed to do the same thing. After last year I’m not keen on have the pellets here.

Tia
BUFFER GRAIN


BUFFER GRAIN is an innovative approach to grain treatment producing a high protein, mould free, high value feed from home grown grains.

It consist of a concentrated solution of urea and added sulphur which on contact with moist grain at 16-22 % works quickly to release ammonia which penetrates the heap of grain giving complete long lasting protection.

Traditionally moist grain has been treated with acid based products. These are difficult to handle and present health and safely issues. Buffer Grain removes these concerns as it is a non-corrosive liquid.

BUFFER GRAIN is applied either to whole grain or as the grain is rolled in one smooth single operation eliminating the need for double handling. This makes it ideal for contractors and farmers alike when time and resources are at a premium.

BUFFER GRAIN can also treat dryer whole crop forages

Treats grain between 16% and 22% moisture.

Increase protein level by 40 %.

Reduces mould and other spoilage organisms.

Produces high pH dust free feed of 8.5-9 has buffering effect reducing acidity of the diet.

Ready mixed and convenient it is non-corrosive and safe to handle. It is easy to apply evenly and accurately at 30 litres per tonne as it is applied via the crimping machine.

Pits should be side sheeted and covered on top to prevent the ammonia escaping. Heap should be sheeted as soon as possible after treatment and during breaks. If stored undercover sheet should be removed after 2-3 weeks to reduce condensation below sheet.

Avoid contamination with green plant materials also avoid over processing if possible.

Light consolidation is recommended.

 

[Fergieman]

Tried it one year and it made a mess of the mill and elevator due to the liquid being added to the grain and making it sticky. Only used it the once.

 

[Friesianfan]

Tried it one year and it made a mess of the mill and elevator due to the liquid being added to the grain and making it sticky. Only used it the once.

Never thought about that. Did it feed well?

 

[Fergieman]

Did 120 tonne along side 120 tonne Maxammon and we thought the Maxammon kept and fed better, but it is at a premium price!

 

[AWJ26]

Tried it one year, pH was no where near as alkaline as home n dry and maxammon. Was also a problem to apply enough through a high output crimper, had ibc up on pallets with an inch hose and tap as applicator couldn't apply enough. Did a couple of farms (ours included), all returned to home n dry or maxammon the following year. Shame, as I hoped it would be safer to store any surplus and easier to use .
Not such an issue now I have a hopper and hydraulic driven auger to apply the pellets/maxammon.

 

[ploughman1963]

We have used home and dry for several years - very pleased (treating and feeding) - tried maxammon one year , tempted by price - wouldn’t use again.

 

[DairyGrazing]

We have used home and dry for several years - very pleased (treating and feeding) - tried maxammon one year , tempted by price - wouldn’t use again.

Home and Dry is more expensive than maxammon?

 

[bar718]

Always been a big fan of home and dry, used to make alkalage but had to stop due to other reasons but still make alkagrain but we prefer to mix at 40kg per ton.

 

[ploughman1963]

Home and Dry is more expensive than maxammon?

I was tempted to maxammon by the price but the hassle that it caused and poor mixing just wasn’t worth the savings

 

[Robot Jon]

I did 65t of alka grain Home n Dry 2 weeks ago and i'm sure i have read somewhere that i'm meant to take the sheet off after 2 weeks, any of you guys know if i'm meant too or not?. I've spoke to the women on the phone from Home n Dry and she seemed very vague.

 

[Fergieman]

Maxammon started out recommending 3 weeks and then moved to 2 weeks. I think Home n Dry are still recommending 3 weeks. Lift a bit of the sheet and see if there is any condensation under the sheet, but anywhere between 2 - 3 weeks you will not be far away.

 

[Robot Jon]

Ideal thanks for that. The Home n Dry women said ' you may aswell keep it on didn't you'..... It didn't really sound like the right advice!

 

[ploughman1963]

Just avoid condensation building up under the sheet which will lead to spoilage

 

[Col555]

Does anyone have the application rates of home and dry to hand for both plus and minus 20% mc grain

 

[bar718]

Does anyone have the application rates of home and dry to hand for both plus and minus 20% mc grain

30kg per ton of grain

 

[bar718]

Ideal thanks for that. The Home n Dry women said ' you may aswell keep it on didn't you'..... It didn't really sound like the right advice!

We leave the sheet on and have actually just taken the sheet off the last bit of last years grain today.

 

[Whitepeak]

Home and Dry is more expensive than maxammon?

I used to work for the feed mill that manufactured Home&Dry, and I always had a problem with their pricing of it. I’d have sold a lot more if they priced it better! They price it comparing it to the equivalent soya price plus a bit.

I did 65t of alka grain Home n Dry 2 weeks ago and i'm sure i have read somewhere that i'm meant to take the sheet off after 2 weeks, any of you guys know if i'm meant too or not?. I've spoke to the women on the phone from Home n Dry and she seemed very vague.

Can’t remember exactly how long to leave it on (I left the company over 2yrs ago), but if you take it off too soon it won’t work. The product works by the pellets dissolving in any moisture and releasing ammonia gas, it’s this gas that preserves the grain. Therefore it needs time for the gas to permeate through the heap and penetrate the grain. Once it’s treated the heap will keep unsheeted for a long time provided you keep any rain off it, water running across it will wash the treatment off.

 

[Fergieman]

been on the maxammon today.

 

[Wakely grain mills]

Two main companies at it in the UK...