1. Plural of haylage; fermented grass or legume forage made by partially drying hay and storing it in an airtight container to preserve nutrients for livestock feed.
Usage: agriculture; chiefly British and European usage

Examples

• The farmer stored several tons of haylages in plastic-wrapped bales for winter feeding.
• Haylages retain more nutrients than traditional dried hay because of the fermentation process.
• Dairy farmers often prefer haylages over silage because they are easier to handle and store.
• The quality of haylages depends on the moisture content and fermentation conditions.
• Many European farms have switched to producing haylages to improve feed efficiency.