The parameters below give an impression of what is typically analysed in Forage Manager. They provide insight into the composition, preservation and nutritional value of forage. Actual availability and analytical methods may vary per country.
Parameters overview
| Category | Example parameters | Purpose / what it tells you |
| Basic energy | energy value (NEL, VEM), dry matter | Indicates energy content and overall feed value |
| Feed evaluation | crude protein, crude fibre, digestibility | Assesses nutritional efficiency and balance |
| Carbohydrate and protein | starch, sugars, soluble protein | Shows available nutrients and fermentable energy sources |
| Acids and sugar | lactic acid, acetic acid, butyric acid, sugar | Key indicators for fermentation quality and forage preservation |
| pH | pH value | Reflects fermentation success and silage stability |
| Indexes | N-Index, S-Index, preservation index, overheating index | Summarises quality and conservation characteristics |
| Minerals and trace elements | Provides insight into mineral balance and supplementation needs | |
| Rumen character | rumen degradability, fibre structure | Helps evaluate how forage supports rumen function and feed efficiency |
Additional or regional parameters may apply depending on local feeding systems or regulatory standards.