Unlocking More from Every Kernel: Why Silage Processing Matters
If you’re looking to get the most out of your silage processing setup, upgrading your kernel processor can lead to major gains in both feed digestibility and livestock feed efficiency. At Scherer Inc., we specialize in silage processing solutions that help producers capture more energy from every kernel, without adding unnecessary complexity or downtime.
Our kernel processors (KPs), paired with innovative roll designs like SchererCut™, SpiraCut™, and DurraCut™, are built to deliver consistent, efficient, and feed-optimized results straight from the field. Let’s take a closer look at how they help improve the feed value of your silage and support healthier, more productive herds.
Cracking the Code: Starch Accessibility and Digestibility
The most important job of any kernel processor is to break open the corn kernel’s outer coating (pericarp) of corn, sorghum(milo), wheat, rye, triticale, or other small grains during harvest. When left intact, this coating prevents starch from being fully digested in the rumen. That means lost energy, lower milk yields, and higher feed costs.
Scherer kernel processors are designed to:
- Shatter the kernel cleanly without turning the forage into dust
- Increase the surface area of starch exposure for improved rumen fermentation
- Support higher energy yields from the same crop volume
The result is more digestible starch that translates into better feed efficiency, faster weight gain in beef cattle, and more milk per pound of silage for dairies.
Consistency Counts: Uniform Roll Gaps and Smart Design
Scherer’s KP units feature tight, adjustable roll gaps and precision corrugation profiles that create uniform particle size and kernel fracture. Whether you’re running wet silage or dry, long-chop or short-chop, our processors help you maintain consistency with:
- Precision roll alignment
- Even kernel rupture
- Minimal fines and fiber loss
This consistency supports uniform feed mixing and reduces sorting at the bunk, helping maintain steady intake across the herd and minimizing wasted material.
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Built for Real Conditions: Long-Lasting, Field-Proven Rolls
High-horsepower harvesters need rolls that won’t give out mid-season. SchererCut™ and SpiraCut™ rolls are designed with longevity in mind and deliver aggressive processing with less wear.
Advantages include:
- Longer roll life and fewer changeouts
- Resistance to roll slippage under high moisture or load
- Materials and designs that hold up in abrasive field conditions
With longer service intervals and robust performance, your KP system is one less thing to worry about during harvest crunch time.
Seamless Integration with Your Chopper
Scherer kernel processors are available for major brands, including John Deere, Claas, and New Holland. They’re designed for inline installation, meaning no disruption to your harvesting workflow.
Better still, Scherer provides:
- Roll changeout services
- Custom configuration support
- Clear roll gap indicators and easy maintenance access
These features help you stay in the field longer and process more feed with fewer breakdowns.
Designed to Support ROI Across the Feed Chain
Better silage processing doesn’t just help animals produce; it helps your bottom line. When your KP unit is doing its job:
- You feed less to get more
- Animals gain or milk more efficiently
- You reduce undigested starch in manure (aka wasted money)
- Equipment wear is balanced across components
In short, you get a feed system that’s optimized from harvest to feedout.
Ready to Upgrade Your Silage Processing Equipment?
Contact the Scherer team today to get started with a custom recommendation or on-site evaluation.