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    GrassLopata

    FF 5 Series 54B66 Brand

    Winterhardy genetics that work well in many environments

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    ​CHARACTERISTICS:

    Overview:
    Cutting System: 3-5
    Fall Dormancy: 4.0
    Winter Survival: 2.0
    Total DRI: 32/35

    Disease & Pest Control:
    Phytophthora Root Rot: HR
    Verticillium Wilt: R
    Anthracnose: HR
    Bacterial Wilt: HR
    Fusarium Wilt: R
    Aphanomyces Race 1: R
    Aphanomyces Race 2: MR
    Pea Aphid: R

     

    Resistance Ratings:

    HR = Highly Resistant, 51% or more resistant plants
    R = Resistant, 31 – 50% resistant plants
    MR = Moderately Resistant, 15 – 30% resistant plants
    LR = Low Resistance, 6 – 14% resistant plants
    S = Susceptible, 0 – 5% resistant plants
    NR = Not Rated

     

    SEEDING:

    Seeding Rate:
    Alone (lbs./acre): 15-20
    Mixes (lbs./acre): 8-10
    Seeds/lb.: 227,000
    Depth (in.): 1/4 (fine textured soil); 1/2 (sandy soil)

    Planting Time:
    Mar.-May; Aug.-Sept.
    Emergence (days): 7
    Life Cycle: Perennial

    Adaptation:
    Grows best on deep, well-drained, friable soil with pH 6.5-7.5.

    Establishment:

    Plant alfalfa seed in clean, smooth, firm seedbed with adequate moisture. Ensure good surface drainage. Do not seed as first crop on newly leveled land where fill may settle and cause poor surface drainage. A combination drill and packer is desirable. Cultipack soil before and after seeding to help stand establishment.

    Spring seeding can occur 30 days before last killing frost. Late summer-sown alfalfa seed can also be successful. Allow for adequate growth prior to first killing frost.

     

    MANAGEMENT:

    Rotational Grazing:

    Graze early bloom (1/4 in. bloom) to 2 in. Potential bloat hazard. Use caution when grazing. Alfalfa best withstands grazing if rotated frequently or grazed in small strips.

    Hay or Haylage Harvest:

    Cut early bloom; last cutting should be 3-4 wks. before first killing frost.

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    • A premium blend of winterhardy genetics that work well in many alfalfa growing environments.
    • Resistant to most common alfalfa diseases (DRI>30), helping to provide yield protection in all but the most extreme environments.
    • Seed has fungicide and inoculants to ensure emergence and seedling growth at establishment.