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DAFM Multi-Species Grazing Mixture
This is a specialist ROI multi-species grass seed mix for lower-input systems where improving soil health is a priority.
Product overview
DAFM Multi-Species Mix contains high-quality grasses, legumes and herbs, providing multiple sources of protein, energy and minerals for grazing livestock. Soil health benefits from the plant species’ different abilities to fix and lift nitrogen, reducing environmental impact.
Product benefits
- Superior sward performance through complementary plant species
- Improved soil structure
- Increased drought tolerance
- Ideal for finishing lambs, cattle and dairy systems
- Reduced effect of internal parasites
- High-quality feed through the summer
Mixture breakdown
| Kg/acre | Variety | Type | Heading date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.60 | AberChoice | Perennial Ryegrass Late Diploid | 11th June |
| 3.00 | AberGain | Perennial Ryegrass Late Tetraploid | 4th June |
| 0.70 | Comer | Timothy | |
| 0.75 | AberHerald | White Clover Medium Leaf | |
| 0.75 | AberSwan | White Clover Medium Leaf | |
| 0.75 | AberClaret | Red Clover | |
| 0.75 | Rozeta | Red Clover | |
| 0.70 | Puna II | Perennial Chicory | |
| 1.00 | Tonic | Plantain | |
| 12.00 |
Usage instructions
| Rate | 14kg/acre (35kg/ha) |
| Time | April-September (first week) |
| Depth | 10-15mm |
| Process | 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. Apply N, P & K as per soil test results and nitrates rules. |
| Comments | Monitor for pest attack and take immediate action where necessary. Graze the new swards frequently and low covers to assist in tillering and help create a dense sward. |