<![CDATA[Background: Continuous availability of forage is an important factor supporting the productivity of ruminant livestock. Maju Sejahtera Cooperative uses Pakchong grass and Indigofera as its main forage sources, while part of the forage is processed into silage as a feed reserve. However, the conformity of silage storage management, including storage conditions, stock arrangement, record keeping, and monitoring, has not been comprehensively evaluated. Objective: This study aimed to describe forage handling and silage processing, evaluate the conformity of silage storage management, and identify the constraints encountered at Maju Sejahtera Cooperative. Method: The study was conducted from April to May 2026 using a qualitative descriptive method with a case study approach. Primary data were collected through direct observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation, while secondary data were obtained from literature studies. The evaluation used a checklist of 35 indicators covering storage layout and environmental conditions, storage mechanisms and containers, physical quality of silage, stock identification and rotation, inventory recording and monitoring, and management functions. Data were analyzed through data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. Results: Pakchong and Indigofera were harvested and chopped; part of the forage was fed fresh to the livestock, and the remainder was processed into silage with the addition of salt, bran, and molasses. The silage was stored in tightly closed drums and fermented for 5–7 days. Of the 35 indicators, 25 (71.4%) conformed to good feed storage principles, whereas 10 (28.6%) did not. The physical quality of the silage was good, with a pH of 4.34, while weight loss during seven days of storage reached 11.96%. The major weaknesses were storage-area cleanliness, production-date labeling, documented implementation of first-in, first-out (FIFO), production and stock recording, and task distribution. Conclusion: Silage storage management was generally adequate, but improvements are required in stock identification, record keeping, task distribution, cleanliness, and monitoring to sustain feed quality and availability.]]>
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