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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.
Not all fiber created equal: when it comes to forage fiber, ... by Dickrell, Jim / Dairy Today
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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