DAFM Multi-Species Swards (55% Organic)
Germinal has developed an approved mixture for the 2024 DAFM Multi-Species Swards Measure. This gives you a high-production forage option for your organic livestock system.
Containing grasses, legumes and herbs, this DAFM Multi-Species Swards mixture produces nutritious forage throughout the season and excels in grazing systems.
Best sown in spring, multi-species can improve soil health and provide a natural source of nitrogen, which is ideal for organic livestock systems.
| Kg/acre | Variety | Type | Heading date |
| 3.30 kg | Organic AberClyde | Perennial ryegrass (T) | 25 May |
| 2.64 kg | Organic AberChoice | Perennial ryegrass (D) | 11 June |
| 0.66 kg | Organic AberWolf | Perennial ryegrass (D) | 30 May |
| 0.70 kg | Timothy | Timothy | |
| 1.50 kg | Red clover | Red clover | |
| 1.50 kg | White clover | White clover | |
| 1.00 kg | Tonic | Plantain | |
| 0.70 kg | Puna II | Chicory | |
| 12.00 kg |
D = diploid / T = tetraploid
Note: Organic farmers need a derogation before purchasing this mixture as it contains conventional and organic seed.
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Sowing rate: 12 kg/acre
Sowing time: April-September
Sowing depth: 10-15 mm
Sowing instructions: Cultivate to achieve a fine, firm seedbed. Ploughing will help level rough fields. Sow in good conditions (warm with rain forecast), no deeper than 10-15mm. Roll well after sowing to ensure good soil/seed contact. Slurry and lime can be applied to correct pH levels.
After sowing: Monitor for pest attack and take mechanical action where necessary.
Grazing: Graze the new reseeds frequently and at low covers (<1200 kg DM/ha) to assist in tillering and help create a dense sward.
Uses: Dairy – N; cattle – Y; sheep – Y; silage – N