Ghulam Qasim Khan

Research Scientist

(+47) 462 59 705
ghulam.khan@nibio.no

Place
Steinkjer

Visiting address
Ogndalsveien 2, 7713 Steinkjer

Abstract

This conference proceedings paper investigates how forage species and seasonal cuts affect mass balance, dry matter distribution and crude protein recovery in green biorefinery. The study compares timothy, red clover and a grass–clover mixture across seasonal cuts, with focus on pulp, green protein concentrate and brown juice fractions.

Abstract

The study evaluated the effects of replacing whole-plant grass silage with ensiled grass pulp on dairy cow performance and enteric methane emissions. Using a controlled feeding experiment with 40 cows, the results showed reduced dry matter intake but maintained milk production and similar methane intensity due to improved feed efficiency in cows fed pulp. These findings highlight the potential for grass pulp as a viable forage component in green biorefinery value chains.