Persist is an early maturity, persistent pasture orchardgrass. It is extremely heat and drought tolerant, yet withstands cold winters. Close grazing and improved digestibility, when combined with red and white clovers.
Seed: 20 lbs. per acre alone or 5 lbs. per acre in pasture mixtures.
An improved late maturity orchardgrass selected for increased yields and cold tolerance. Its broader spreading and more crown growth habit gives Harvestar the ability to handle close grazing. Good rust resistance. Maturity range makes it compatible with rapid recovery alfalfa varieties.
Seed: 20 lbs. per acre alone or 5 lbs. per acre in hay mixtures.
Pennlate is a late maturity orchardgrass bred primarily for yield potential and compatibility with alfalfa for hay production. Superior rust resistance provides high quality hay. Demonstrated winter hardiness and disease resistance provide persistent long lasting stands.
Seed: 20 lbs. per acre alone or 5 lbs. per acre in hay mixtures.
Tekapo is unique among orchardgrasses, in that it has a low crown and dense, prostrate growth habit adapting it to close grazing. It’s long soft leaves make it highly palatable and digestible with the unmatched orchardgrass feed value. A medium/late maturity, it’s the leading choice for intensive grazing pastures.
Seed: 20 lbs. per acre alone or 5 lbs. per acre in pasture mixtures.