Hay and silage are both classified as roughages.
Roughages are a type of feed that is high in fiber and low in energy and protein, and are typically fed to livestock, including cattle, horses, and sheep. Roughages are an important part of the diet for these animals, as they help maintain digestive health and prevent digestive problems such as colic.
Hay is dried grass or legumes that have been cut and stored for later use as feed. Silage is a type of feed that is made by fermenting fresh forage, such as corn or grass, and then storing it in a silo or pit. Both hay and silage are considered roughages because they are high in fiber and low in energy and protein.
Feeding roughages to livestock is an important aspect of their diet and overall health and wellbeing.