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
- 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 | AberRoot | Festulolium (T) | 22 May |
| 3.00 | AberZeus | Perennial Ryegrass | 26 May |
| 3.00 | AberGreen | Perennial Ryegrass | 29 May |
| 1.00 | Comer | Timothy | 08 Jun |
| 0.75 | Tonic | Plantain | |
| 0.50 | Puna II / Endure | Chicory | |
| 1.00 | AberPasture | White Clover Blend | |
| 0.50 | AberClaret | Red Clover | |
| 1.00 | Global | Red Clover | |
| 13.75 |
T = Tetraploid
Multi-species seed experts
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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 |