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lignification

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lignification
the laying down of lignin in a plant; the last stage in maturation, representing a heavy loss in nutritional value.


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In corn silage, late harvest usually means increased stover lignification and decreased fiber digestibilities.
Again, the sugar numbers indicate ripeness, but flavors, lack of seed maturity (proper lignification or browning) and tough skins have caused Meier to put off picking.
 
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