Keeping silage fresh and well-protected is a challenge for dairy farmers. Birds, wildlife, and the elements can significantly damage silage sheets, leading to spoilage, dry matter losses, and wasted feed. Traditional methods, like using tyres to hold down covers, come with their own set of problems—from contamination risks to practical handling issues.
That’s where Secure Covers come in. Designed to provide more substantial protection, easier handling, and long-term durability, they offer a simple and effective way to safeguard your silage all year round.
Why Traditional Methods Fall Short
For years, farmers have used tyres, soil, or mats to weigh down silage sheets, but these methods aren’t ideal:
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Tyres can damage silage sheets as they degrade, exposing sharp wires that can puncture the cover and contaminate feed.
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Birds and rodents tear through standard plastic sheets, leading to oxygen exposure and spoilage.
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Loose soil or gravel can shift in high winds, reducing the effectiveness of your clamp seal.
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Manhandling tyres and mats is time-consuming and physically demanding.
When silage sheets are damaged or not properly secured, aerobic spoilage sets in, causing losses in nutrients, dry matter, and overall silage quality. Secure Covers are designed to eliminate these problems while making clamp management easier.
How Secure Covers Solve the Problem
Secure Covers are made from a patent-protected, heavy-duty knitted HDPE material that protects against wind, birds, and the elements. Here’s what makes them stand out:
1. Stronger, Longer-Lasting Protection
Secure Covers uses a square thread design, 50% more wind-resistant than other silage covers on the market. This ensures that the sheet stays firmly in place, reducing movement and preventing air pockets that cause spoilage.
2. Airtight Seal to Reduce Spoilage
One of the biggest causes of silage waste is oxygen exposure. Secure Covers form a tight seal over silage sheets, preventing air from getting in and causing aerobic spoilage and mould growth.
By keeping the silage film in close contact with the feed surface, Secure Covers:
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Eliminate surface waste.
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Reduce dry matter losses.
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Preserve silage quality and nutritional value.
3. Protection from Birds and Wildlife
Birds feeding on exposed silage don’t just cause feed losses—they also damage silage sheets, allowing oxygen and moisture to seep in. Secure Covers are designed with a finely knitted mesh that prevents birds from tearing the film while stopping them from accessing the silage face.
Secure Covers offers a simple and reliable way to keep silage intact for farmers dealing with frequent wildlife interference.
4. Easier to Use Than Tyres or Mats
Handling old tyres is a messy, labour-intensive job, and rubber mats can be heavy and awkward to move. Secure Covers make the process quicker, cleaner, and easier:
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They are fixed in place using Secure Gravel Bags, which provide the weight needed without the hassle of tyres.
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For clamps with steep sides, Gravel Bag Belts keep everything secure, preventing shifting or movement in bad weather.
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Their lightweight but durable design means fewer heavy-lifting jobs on the farm.
5. Long-Term Investment with a 10-Year Guarantee
Farmers need reliable solutions, not short-term fixes. Secure Covers are built to last and come with a 10-year full UV stability guarantee, meaning they won’t degrade or weaken after a few seasons.
This makes them a cost-effective investment, providing years of protection while reducing waste.
Final Thoughts: A Smarter Way to Protect Your Silage
Managing silage clamps effectively reduces waste, prevents spoilage, and makes daily farm tasks easier. Secure Covers offer a simple, durable, and long-term solution that eliminates the common problems caused by tyres and standard silage sheets.
With aerobic spoilage costing farmers thousands each year, proper protection can save time, reduce losses, and improve feed quality. If you’re looking for an easier way to secure and protect your silage from the elements, Secure Covers provides a practical, proven solution.
