2024-09-252024-09-252024-07-05SILVA, Paulo Rodrigo Oliveira da. Revisão bibliográfica de usos de inoculantes biológicos nas ensilagens de capim elefante (Pennisetum purpureum) e milho (Zea mays). Orientador: Stefano Juliano Tavares de Andrade. 2024. 32 f. Trabalho de Curso (Licenciatura ou Bacharelado em Medicina Veterinária) – Campus Universitário de Castanhal, Universidade Federal do Pará, Castanhal, 2024. Disponível em: https://bdm.ufpa.br/jspui/handle/prefix/7240 . Acesso em:.https://bdm.ufpa.br/jspui/handle/prefix/7240This study presents a literature review on the use of biological inoculants in the silages of elephant grass (Pennisetum purpureum) and corn (Zea mays). Silage is a crucial technique for forage conservation, ensuring feed availability during periods of scarcity. Corn is widely used in silage due to its high dry matter content, which facilitates fermentation and preservation. In contrast, elephant grass is noted for its high productivity, although its low dry matter content poses fermentation challenges. Biological inoculants, composed of lactic acid bacteria such as Lactobacillus buchneri and Lactobacillus plantarum, have shown significant benefits in improving fermentation and aerobic stability of silages. These inoculants promote rapid acidification of the ensiled mass, inhibiting undesirable microorganisms and preserving nutrients, resulting in higher quality silage and increased weight gain in animals. Additionally, the addition of cellulolytic and amylolytic enzymes can enhance the breakdown of plant fibers, facilitating fermentation and digestion by animals. The review also addresses the economic and technical challenges associated with the use of inoculants, including product efficacy variability, high initial costs, and the need for proper storage conditions. Methods for evaluating silage quality, such as bromatological and fermentative analysis, are discussed to provide a comprehensive view of best silage practices. Practical recommendations for implementing management and monitoring techniques, as well as the appropriate selection of inoculants, are essential to optimize the production of high-quality silage. Investments in monitoring technologies and genetic improvement are crucial to enhance the sustainability and economic viability of silage practices, contributing to food security and animal productivity.Acesso AbertoCapim elefanteMilhoInoculantes biológicosForragiculturaCNPQ::CIENCIAS AGRARIAS::ZOOTECNIA::PASTAGEM E FORRAGICULTURATrabalho de Curso - Graduação - Monografia