Multiple choice

Brown corn silage has more energy and high digestibility. This is due to its lower content of:

  1. Fat

  2. Lignin

  3. Starch

  4. Potassium

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Brown midrib (BMR) corn silage is bred to have lower lignin content. Since lignin is a structural component that limits fiber digestibility, reducing it increases the energy availability and digestibility of the silage.