Aber HSG Multi-Species Grazing
This climate smart mixture is ideal for low-input systems seeking high daily liveweight gain and improvements in soil health. Produces a dense sward of Aber HSG varieties, timothy, herbs and legumes.
Key benefits: Aber HSG multi-species grass seed
- Superior sward performance through complementary plant species
- Higher nutrient levels driving improved animal performance
- Lower animal emissions
- Improved soil structure and fertility
- Increased drought tolerance
- Poaching resistance
- Reduced reliance on nitrogen fertilisers
| kg/acre | Variety | Type | Heading date |
| 3.00 | AberGain | Perennial ryegrass (T) | 03 June |
| 3.00 | AberBann | Perennial ryegrass | 07 June |
| 3.00 | AberChoice | Perennial ryegrass | 08 June |
| 1.00 | Comer | Timothy | |
| 0.75 | Tonic | Plantain | |
| 0.50 | Puna II | Chicory | |
| 1.00 | AberPasture | White clover blend | |
| 0.50 | AberClaret | Red clover | |
| 1.00 | Garant | Red clover | |
| 13.75 |
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| Sowing rate | 34 kg/ha (13.75 kg/acre) |
| Sowing time | March/April or August |
| Sowing depth | 15 mm (1/2 inch) or broadcast |
| Sowing instructions | Drill into a fine tilth
Moist and warm soil conditions (minimum 5˚C) Roll before and after drilling for good soil-to-seed contact
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| Additional comments | Where red clover is not included, sowing date can be extended to mid-September |