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    FIXatioN Balansa Clover

    Erosion and runoff reduced by impressive growth and root mass

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    FIXatioN Balansa Clover cover crop legume is a small seeded annual legume that is quick to germinate, offers excellent forage production, and is well-adapted to a wide range of soil types. Established stands tolerate water-logging and extreme pH soils. Due to the inherent cold tolerance of FIXatioN Balansa Clover cover crop legume, it can overwinter in climates where other annual clovers cannot.

     

     

    CHARACTERISTICS:

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

    Compaction Alleviation: 3
    Weed Suppression: 4
    Biomass Production: 4
    Erosion Control: 4
    Disease/Pest Control: 3
    Pollinator/Beneficials: 5
    P & K Cycling: 3
    Ease of Establishment: 4

    Nitrogen Fixer/Scavenger: Fixer

    Nutritional Value:
    Values Vary Greatly Depending on Maturity

    Crude Protein: 16
    NEL¹ Mcal/lb.: TBD
    ADF%²: 31
    NDF%³: 45
    TDN: 65
    DM Tons/Acre: 1-4
    Days to First Harvest: 40-50
    Days to Next Harvest: –

    ¹- Net Energy for Lactation = Energy available after subtracting digestive and metabolic losses
    ²- Acid Detergent Fiber = Low values mean more digestible
    ³- Neutral Detergent Fiber = Low values mean cows can eat more

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

     

     

    SEEDING:

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

    Compaction Alleviation: 3
    Weed Suppression: 4
    Biomass Production: 4
    Erosion Control: 4
    Disease/Pest Control: 3
    Pollinator/Beneficials: 5
    P & K Cycling: 3
    Ease of Establishment: 4

    Nitrogen Fixer/Scavenger: Fixer

    Nutritional Value:
    Values Vary Greatly Depending on Maturity

    Crude Protein: 16
    NEL¹ Mcal/lb.: TBD
    ADF%²: 31
    NDF%³: 45
    TDN: 65
    DM Tons/Acre: 1-4
    Days to First Harvest: 40-50
    Days to Next Harvest: –

    ¹- Net Energy for Lactation = Energy available after subtracting digestive and metabolic losses
    ²- Acid Detergent Fiber = Low values mean more digestible
    ³- Neutral Detergent Fiber = Low values mean cows can eat more

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

     

     

    MANAGEMENT:

    Considerations

    • Quick to germinate, however it is slower to establish than other clovers (crimson and red clover)
    • Balansa is a prolific re-seeder; termination or grazing prior to flowering will remove the risk

     

     

    Ratings

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

    • Erosion and runoff reduced by impressive growth and root mass
    • Extremely drought tolerant
    • Suited for low pH environments (4.5–8)
    • Great pollinator option
    • Hollow stems provide greater palatability
    • Dense growing clover provides good weed suppression