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    NEW FORMULA Soil First 142 Classic Mix

    A simple combination for early planting windows – double-crop, prevent plant, interseeding too

    70% Crimson Clover
    30% Tillage Radish

    Soil First® 142 Classic cover crop mix is a simple combination for early planting windows – double-crop, prevent plant, interseeding too.

     

    Characteristics:

    Non-Forage Benefits:
    1 = Poor; 5 = Excellent

    Compaction Alleviation: 4
    Weed Suppression: 3
    Biomass Production: 3
    Erosion Control: 3
    Disease/Pest Control: 3
    Pollinator/Beneficials: 3
    P & K Cycling: 4
    Ease of Establishment: 4

    Nitrogen Fixer/Scavenger: Both

    Nutritional Value:
    Values Vary Greatly Depending on Maturity

    Crude Protein: 16-18
    DM Tons/Acre: 2-4
    Days to First Harvest: 45-60
    Days to Next Harvest: Spring

    Ranking (Good, Better, Best):
    Graze: Best
    Baleage: Good
    Chop: Better

     

    Seeding:

    Planting Time:
    Aug.-Sept.

    Seeding Rate:
    Mono (lbs./acre): 12-15
    Forage (lbs./acre): 15-20

    Seeding Info:
    Seeding Depth (in./with drill): 1/4-1/2
    Germination Soil Temp.: 45 F
    Bulk Density (lbs./ft.³): 52
    Aerial Application Rate: 20-25

     

    Management:

    Considerations:

    When seeded early in summer/fall, consider additional grasses to help compete with the quick radish growth. Heavy crimson clover may invite voles. See FAQ #8 in the Soil First® Management Guide.

    Termination:

    Radish will terminate with multiple nights in the teens. If radish survive, glyphosate and 2,4-D have an effective control method. If crimson clover overwinters, control with glyphosate and 2,4-D.

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    Ratings

    Scale 1-9, where 9 = best or most pronounced

    Compaction Alleviation
    Weed Suppression
    Biomass Production
    Erosion Control
    Disease/Pest Control
    Pollinator/Beneficials
    P & K Cycling
    Ease of Establishment
    • Ideal cover crop mix for acres going to corn or other grass crops; research shows positive results in V3-V6 corn inter-seeding
    • Simple cover crop seed mix to use on acres where excess moisture can be an issue, or prevent plant acres, etc.
    • Low seeding rates work well in aerial cover crop seedings and where application options are limited