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Missouri southern seed2050 OLD ST. JAMES ROAD • P.O. BOX 699 • ROLLA, MISSOURI 65402

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Traffic Tested®

Traffic Tested®

Traffic Tested®

AmeriStand403TPlus AmeriStand407TQEnhanced Yield, Same Traffic

Tolerance and Stand PersistenceHighest Tonnage and Quality

average over 8 state trial locations

Highest Tonnage and QualityWith Traffic Tested® Performance

Fall Dormancy 4 • Winterhardiness 2.1 Fall Dormancy 4.4 • Winterhardiness 1.7

Traffic Tested® Conventional

Bred to yield under pressure Bred to yield under pressure

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Ameristand Alfalfas

The only national brand offering Traffic Tested®

varieties and other proprietary innovations

Yield Potential EXQuality Potential EXStand Persistence EXCut Recovery Very Fast

Cuttings per Season 4-5Manure Tolerance EXStress Tolerance EXResistance Ratings Aphanomyces Root Rot Race 1 HR Race 2 RAnthracnose HRPhytophthora Root Rot HRVericillium Wilt HRFusarium Wilt HRBacterial Wilt HRPea Aphid RStem Nematode R

Yield Potential EXQuality Potential EXTraffic Tested EXCuttings per Season 3-4Stand Persistence EXCut Recovery Fast

Stress Tolerance EXResistance Ratings Phytophthora Root Rot HRAphanomyces Root Rot Race 1 HR Race 2 RAnthracnose HRVericillium Wilt HRFusarium Wilt HRBacterial Wilt HRPea Aphid RStem Nematode MR

High resistanceto Phoma crown rot

Large, deep-seated crown,finer stems, greater leaf mass, and more crown bud activity

Patented toleranceto liquid manure applications with higher yield and stand advantage

Superior quality forage from fine stems, excellent leaf retention and dark green color

Excellent persistence and fast recovery for aggressive cutting

High resistance to yield-robbing diseases

Wide harvest window for flexible cutting schedules

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2003 Harvest - Sown in April 2002 in Lexington, Kentucky

2002 2003 2 Year Total May 27 July 2 Aug. 13 Sept. 18 Total Total

SOLID RED .76 2.30 1.48 .39 .07 4.23 4.99

Northern Anthracnose Good Resistance

Southern Anthracnose Good Resistance

Powdery Mildew Moderate Resistance

Target Spot Good Resistance

Rust Moderate Resistance

Black Stem Good Resistance

Crown Rot Good Resistance

Insect Resistance Equal to current varieties

with SOLID PERFORMANCE

RED 3 YearCLOVER SOLID

DISEASE RESISTANCE Proving to be a very solid red clover in the midwest. A dependable “three year clover”. A solid disease resistance for long life. solid, with high yields. A solid addition to Tall Fescue pasture. increase the yield and protein to any hayfield or pasture. solid’s vigorous regrowth allows many optimal combination of legumes and or grasses. Add to alfalfa mix with ladino, lespedeza, brome orchardgrass, or tall fescue. Plant a red clover with solid results.Plant 8 to 10 pounds per acre alone, 5 to 6 pounds with grass. January through AprilAugust to september 15Available with Apex seed Coating and preinoculated.

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AmeriStand404LH

Top Quality, Yield & Winter Survival Resists Potato Leafhoppers

Fall Dormancy 4 • Winterhardiness 1.7Yield Potential EXQuality Potential VGCuttings per Season 3-4Stand Persistence EXCut Recovery Fast

Stress Tolerance EXReduced Till EX

Resistance Ratings Potato Leafhopper HRPhytophthora Root Rot HRAphanomyces Root Rot HRAnthracnose HRVericillium Wilt HRBacterial Wilt HRFusarium Wilt HRPea Aphid R

Patented genetics deliver high resistance to fight Potato Leafhoppers

First choice when har-vesting a nurse crop (oats)

Reduce risk of insecti-cide applications saving up to $12/acre/application

Superior disease resistance(30/30)

No. 1 yield in Iowa StateNo-spray Yield Trials - 8.23T/A

Bred to yield under pressure

More than 48 years of unique genetic selections has delivered these first to growers: • Traffic Tested®

• Manure tolerance patent • Phytophthora root rot resistance • Anthracnose resistance • Verticilium wilt resistance • Grazing tolerance • Columbia root knot nematode resistance • Lesion nematode resistance • Root reserves significantly increasedPlus: • Patented potato leafhopper resistance traits • Product and alfalfa agronomic training

Bred to Outyield Under PressureResearchers confirm that wheel traffic fromharvesting equipment causes damage to alfalfaplants, opens crowns to disease invasion or winter injury, and reduces yields as much as 70 percent.

Traffic Tested® varieties are bred and selected for improved plant types with: • Large deep-seated crowns • Fine Stems • Abundant leaf mass • Large roots to store energy • Heavy plant weight

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• VENUS alfalfa is for the hay producer who wants top quality forage, but the seed cost has you waiting or using an older, big stemmed variety.

• VENUS has the high quality and disease resistance of the newer types at an economical price.

• VENUS Brand’s fine stems and numerous leaves brings you the quality animals gain on. This quality hay is highly marketable; producing premium prices.

• VENUS Brand has been coated, pre-inoculated, and Apron treated for better stand establishment.

ALFALFA

VENUS Brand Alfalfa offers: – Fine stems and lots of leaves – Disease and insect resistance – Good winter hardiness – Long life – High yields/quality forage – Reasonable price – Does well with grass mixtures – Fall Dormancy 4

All the bells & whistles for less. Upgrade from common without paying thebig bucks!

Plant - February - Early May August - September

Seed - 18 lbs. per acre optimum 15 lbs. minimum

• Fall Dormancy: 4.0• Winter Survival Rating: 2.0• Traffic/Compaction Tolerance is excellent.• Broad, deep-set crowns with large roots.• Seedling and mature plant resistance to Phytophtora and Aphanomyces for

extra vigor.• Exceptional dark green color.• Matures 3 days ahead of Vernal.• Excellent Crown Rot Resistance.

Yield PerformanceVenus 4 Plus T is a top yielder in comparative trials, and is an excellent choice for top hay producers and dairy farmers.Venus 4 Plus T is a high yielder under real world conditions where equipment traffic and compaction influence hay production

Broad Spectrum Pest ResistanceVenus 4 Plus T was selected for high levels of seedling resistance and mature plant resistance to Phytophthora and Aphanomyces.Venus 4 Plus T has an excellent Disease Severity Index (DSI) rating of 30/30. Promoting long stand life and high productivity

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An exciting Ladino White Clover with exceptional growth habits, characterized by a tall, leafy, spreading plant mass. SYNERGY LADINO highly compliments existing pasture grasses, has good regrowth and persistence, and performs well under heavy grazing settings. SYNERGY LADINO is highly compatible with cool season grasses including tall fescue, orchardgrass and selected ryegrasses. Synergy will also compliment red clover. It will perform on a variety of soil conditions where other legumes are not well suited. SYNERGY LADINO has a magnetic effect on wildlife, highly attractive to deer and turkey.

With its dynamic appearance and user satisfaction, Synergy is becoming a very recognizable ladino in the midwest.

• Recommended seeding rate is 1/2 to 1 lb. per acre in pasture overseedings. When used for wildlife food plots exclusively, use 8 lb. per acre. Plant late winter, early spring or in late summer.

Synergy Ladino CLover

Kopu II White CloverKopu II was selected for stolon density, persistence under grazing, high yield, and large leaf size. This was achieved primarily by selecting under cattle grazing in the Northern United States and sheep grazing in New Zealand. Kopu II, bred by AgResearch of New Zealand, was selected from a world collection of white clovers. Penn State University and the University of Wisconsin participated in the selection and evaluation of the cultivar. In trials in Lancaster, Arlington, and Marshfield, WI and Rock Springs, PA. Kopu II has exhibited improved yield and persistence over the industry standard in university and in multiple on-farm trials.Notable Characteristics: High Stolon Density Persistent High Yielding Excellent Season-long Growth Large Leaves Bred for Rotational Grazing High NSC Energy Level Erect GrowingSeeding Rates:New hay fields/pasture: 2-4 lbs/acre in mixes. Renovation/Overseeding existing fields/pastures: Pastures and hay fields: 3-5 lbs./acre Method of Seeding:Use of a Brillion seeder, a no-till drill or a culti-packer is ideal. Frost seeding also works well, especially if the animals are allowed to “hoof” it into the existing pasture. Seed to soil contact is vital to having a successful stand. Plant the seed 1/4” deep. For best performance Kopu II should be lightly grazed frequently during establishment.

Kopu II Competitor

VarietyDry Matter Yield (T/A)

% Mean

Kopu II Advantage

Kopu II 5.03 122%

Huia 3.92 94% +128%

Patriot 3.78 91% +133%

Will 3.72 89% +135%

Haifa 3.49 84% +144%

Alice 3.43 82% +146%

Durana 2.92 70% 172%

LSD 0.05 0.69

Kopu II has very high stolon density

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A non-bloating perennial legume.

Norcen Birdsfoot Trefoil is an upright variety suitable for pasture or hay. Birdsfoot Trefoil does best in grass mixes. Trefoil does prefer rotational grazing.

Missouri Southern Seed applies a coating mate-rial that holds inoculation next to the seed for better plant growth and nitrogen fixation. We also add Apron seed treatment to ward off early seedling diseases.

A very good addition to most all grass pastures, including tall fescue. Birdsfoot Trefoil may be frost seeded in winter, or shallow seeded in the spring or late summer.

Seed: 4 to 8 lbs per acre Depth 1/4 inch Preferred ph soil: 5.0 - 6.0

• Legumes reduce nitrogen cost• Dilutes the effects of Endophyte Fungus in

KY-31 Tall Fescue• Increase the protein content of grass forages

• Increase forage yields• Excellent addition to all cool season grass

pastures• Easy to over seed, broadcast or frost seed

CLOVER MIXTURE

95% RED CLOVER and 5% WHITE CLOVER• Late maturing red clover for extended grazing. A short lived perennial that is the most widely used legume for pasture.

• White Clover (Ladino type) that takes close grazing and spreads by stolons.

seed 6-10 lbs. initially • seed 2-4 lbs. maintenance

Missouri Southern Seed’s Economical Pasture Overseeding Mixtures!

(Lower fertilizer cost - Increase yields)

80% RED CLOVER and 20% ALSIKE CLOVER• Late maturing red clover for extended grazing. A short lived perennial that is the most widely used legume for pasture.

• Alsike Clover for wet-natured areas. Alsike will dominate in places too wet for red clover.

seed 6-10 lbs. initially • seed 2-4 lbs. maintenance

CLOVER MIXTURE

Birdsfoot trefoil — NorceNWhite Clover Red Clover alsike Clover

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• High yielding-high quality forage.• Exceptional early seedling vigor for quick establishment.• Suitable for horses even broodmares.• Excellent spring and fall growth.• Suitable for winter stockpiling.• Tolerant of poorer soils.• Heat and drought resistant.• Shows resistance to rust and other foliar diseases for

longer life and better animal intake.

HARVEST DATECultivar 4/19 5/4 5/21 6/7 7/8 9/9 10/14 Total

___LBS/ACRE___________________COWHPRO 1300 1220 940 590 850 1450 1100 7460Dovey 1410 1200 900 540 680 1520 1130 7380Stargazer 1130 1400 1050 570 690 1260 1050 7150Mozark 1350 1300 880 480 540 1570 850 6980Martin 1270 1120 890 530 660 1420 880 6780MO-HDI 1320 1340 1040 460 470 1090 920 6650Kentucky 31 950 1340 1040 470 620 1280 890 6580MO-HDII 1390 1390 910 460 470 1000 910 6530Missouri 96 1290 1370 870 490 560 1030 880 6500Hi-Mag 1090 1320 910 490 560 1150 800 6320ISI-8976 870 1170 1130 380 430 890 810 5680Cattle Club 430 860 940 510 910 1020 960 5640

Mean 1150 1250 960 500 620 1220 930 6640LSD0.05 210 170 160 110 190 370 180 870

COWHPRO Brand Forage Type Tall Fescue is an outstanding forage grass suitable for all classes of livestock, with early vigor, fast regrowth and almost year-round production. COWHPRO Fescue solves many forage needs.

Forage yield distribution of tall fescue cultivars harvested each time accumulated growth reached 8 inches in height (Graze treatment) at Mt. Vernon, MO, 1993.

CoWHPRo Forage Timothy brings forward special improved characteristics that will out-perform traditional varieties in both volume and quality. CoWHPRo Forage Timothy is approximately 3” taller in upright growth; offers a greater number of leaves; increases tonnage and matures one week earlier than Climax Timothy. Plant 8-12 lbs. per acre - August through october or February through May. Works excellent with other grasses and legumes for quality pasture and hay.

Seeding Time: March thru May & August thru OctoberSeeding Rate: 20-25 lbs. per acre

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Warrior is an all around, top of the variety, orchardgrass. Excellent in pure stands and with alfalfa, tall fescue, or in the recommended COWHPRO Forage Timothy.

• A perfect compliment to alfalfa with excellent regrowth evidenced even into second and third cutting.

• Cattle prefer the Alfalfa/Orchardgrass mix. Palatability and plant life longevity adds strong bonus features.

• Demonstrates strong disease resistance including a special immunity to stem rust.

• Solution for strengthening the forage program by adding to the thinning stands of alfalfa.

• High yielder, # 1 Field Trial producer at Mt. Vernon, MO.• Drought tolerant.• Winter hardy.• Reporting tremendous grower approval from a wide

geographical area.• Plant 15 - 20 lbs. per acre March thru May, August to October.

AnnuAldry mAtter yield

of orchArdgrAss cultivArs

at the Southwest Missouri Center,Mt. Vernon, MO, 1993,

using two harvest schedules.

TreatmentCultivar Graze† Hay‡ Mean lbs/acre WARRIOR 6230 9650 7940hAllmARK 6500 9220 7860gReeNSeed 89-103 6160 9340 7750ShIlOh 6360 8860 7610JuStuS 6130 9060 7590cAmbRIA 5940 9170 7550

† The graze treatment represents the sum of forage harvested each time accumulated growth reached a height of approximately 8 inches.

‡ The hay treatment represents the sum of forage harvested at boot stage, summer regrowth, and forage stockpiled between 27 July and 9 November.

Taking top honors in states across the midwest and the north, Crown Royale Orchardgrass is now holding court. Its abundant growth produces up to 35% more forage, and users are experiencing a maturity range similar to Pennlate and Latar. With its persistence under close grazing, why not give your livestock the Royale Treatment today!

• Improved Resistance to Crown Rust.• Improved Persistence Under Close Grazing.• Increased Tillering, Less Clumping.• Late Maturity.

• Planting Rate: 15-25 lbs/acre

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Premium Orchardgrass

Winter HardinessTekapo has exhibited good winter hardiness throughout the Northern U.S. Additionally, good management practices are encouraged to better assure survivability in areas subject to open, sub-zero ground temperatures.

Seeding Rate12 lbs./acre for 100% Tekapo pasture. Seed with other grasses at the rate of 5-6 lbs./acre. Plant with white clover, alfalfa, tetraploid perennial, and other appropriate grazing grasses.

Grazing ManagementBecause orchardgrass pastures are slower to establish than traditional ryegrass pastures, grazing management following sowing is crucial to successful establishment of the stand. Establishment under ideal growing conditions could be 6-7 weeks for a Spring sowing and 10-12 weeks for an Autumn sowing. In a pure Tekapo stand, the first grazing should be brief and preferably by young stock.

An application of nitrogen, 25-30 units/acre 4-6 weeks after sowing promotes tillering without damage to the young stand. Once established, TEkAPO should be grazed or cut leaving 3-4” residual.

Planting TipsLike all orchardgrasses, Tekapo will take a year or more to reach its full production potential. It should be planted in early Autumn or in the Spring as soon as the soil is warm. (Note: in colder climates with harsh winters, Spring planting is best.)

Plant in a prepared, firm seedbed, seeding with a Brillion-type seeder, or by broadcast and cultipack.

DON’T PlANT TOO DEEP - planting depth of 1/8-1/4” is best. No-till is only recommended when a herbicide is used to sufficiently kill or retard the existing stand.

A minimum pH of 6.0 is best.

Unique Feature - Prostrate Growth HabitTekapo is very unique among orchardgrasses in that it has a very low crown and a dense prostrate growth habit. This allows Tekapo to be grazed to near ground level; therefore, ideal for sheep and horse grazing. It’s long, soft leaves also make it highly palatable and acceptable to all other livestock.

Persistent Under Heavy GrazingTekapo will produce a very thick and dense stand that is able to better persist even under hard, continuous grazing. The dense, prostrate growth of Tekapo also helps it to out-compete many invasive weeds.

High Quality Feed ProducerUnder irrigation and high fertility, Tekapo is an abundant producer. With excellent digestibility and good feed value, Tekapo can be combined with high yielding grasses to make an excellent hay/grazing pasture. Tekapo has outperformed many other orchardgrasses in providing high feed value, better palatability and digestibility.

Disease, Drought and Heat TolerantTekapo is tolerant of heat, moderate drought, low fertility, and most foliar diseases, including rust. Its aggressive tillers also appear to help better utilize soil nutrients.

Like ryegrass…only BETTERCharacteristics:Many are familiar with ryegrass. Some are acquainted with meadow fescue. Duo is familiar with both. Duo was selected as a cross of the best festulolium material available. It looks like ryegrass, digests like ryegrass, is palatable like ryegrass, but is heartier. Due to a parentage that includes meadow fescue, Duo can better tolerate summer’s intense heat and winter’s frigid cold. In evaluations throughout the country, Duo continues to show excellent performance and persistence. It also appears to have a longevity that exceeds most ryegrasses. Duo is like Ryegrass…only BETTER!Notable Characteristics:• High Feed Value. As a tetraploid, Duo has a high sugar content that is easily digestible, allowing animals to gain a high-energy ratio for milk/meat conversion.• High Persistence. University data continues to show that Duo is able to generally persist and survive longer than most ryegrasses without quality loss. Ohio State University

data shows Duo has very good winter survivability, exceeding most perennial ryegrasses. (See tables to right)• High Yields University yield trial results have indicated that Duo can out-yield ryegrasses by 12-24%. Meadow fescue parentage minimizes “summer slump” while ryegrass

parentage maximizes spring and fall growth. (See tables to right)• High Palatability University of Wisconsin Grazing trial results reveals that cows show a preference to Duo over ryegrass. Dairy farmers should expect milk production results

similar to tetraploid ryegrass. (See tables to right)Applications:Duo is recommended for hay, grazing, silage or green chop (direct feeding). When mixed with alfalfa or clovers, Duo provides a long lasting grass companion that will enhance the quality of the cow’s diet. When seeded alone or with other grasses Duo provides excellent season long forage.Seeding Rates:Plant Duo at 35-45 lbs. per acre or 15-20 lbs. mixed with other grasses and legumes. If seeding Duo with alfalfa in a new seeding (where alfalfa is to be predominant) plant no more than 3-5 lbs. per acre. Plant 1/4” deep. Duo can also be frost seeded.General Management Tips:Duo reacts well to nitrogen, like its ryegrass parentage. Before planting your pasture, test your soil and add lime and fertilizer as needed. Typically, 150 units of actual N per year will be adequate. Apply 1/3rd in the spring and then evenly after each harvesting of the forage.Grazing Tips:If grazing, graze Duo down to about 3-4” after the plant reaches 10-12” in height. This will provide the maximum forage quality and leaf to-stem ratio. As with any forage, management practices dictate the quality of the forage nearly as much as the genetics of the product. With proper management practices Duo should provide high yielding, high quality forage that will result in maximum farmer profitability.

Great For Grazing

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A Northern Adapted Prairie Brome

Lakota prairie bromegrass was selected in Oregon and Pennsylvania from top-performing prairie brome plants. Lakota was selectedby researchers from New Zealand and the US to provide better winter tolerance and resistance to powdery mildew. Trial results fromWisconsin and Illinois show Lakota’s impressive performance when planted in the spring. Research shows top performance instates including Kentucky, New York, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and Virginia.

Notable Characteristics• Very palatable, high yielding forage• Improved disease resistance• More winter hardy then Matua• Quicker stand establishment than Matua• More drought tolerant than many other cool-season grasses

Application:• Beef, dairy, and other livestock forages systems to be utilized as pasture,

MIG (managed intensive grazing), green chop, haylage, silage, or dry hay.• Facilities needing to dispose of excess nitrogen including confinement

dairies, hog and chicken farms, fruit processing plants, sewage/watertreatment facilities, and factories. Prairie bromes can uptake as much as600 units of nitrogen per acre per year.

Seeding Rate:

In well-prepared seedbeds drill 25-30#/acre and for broadcasting sow 40-50#/acre.No-till rates should be sown at 35-40#/acre.

Method of Seeding:Seeding depth must not exceed 1/4” deep. Spring plantings should be completed byearly-mid May. Summer plantings should be completed by early September inNorthern areas to assure better winter survivability. For the South, the fall seems tobe the best time to plant Lakota.

Management:For maximum persistence Lakota must be allowed to reseed itself in latesummer. Like all bromes, Lakota has limited tolerance to set stocking. It is bestsuited to controlled grazing systems as well as hay and silage production. If grazing, it is best to leave at least 4 inches of stubble.

Longer pasture life can be attained if grown on well-drained, medium-high fertility soils with a pH 6.0-7.0. Generally, soils thatsupport alfalfa stands are good for prairie bromegrass. Prairie Bromegrass requires high levels of Nitrogen fertilizer for topproduction. Applications of 30-50# N/acre after each harvest will help provide for maximum production. Use of ladino clover is anexcellent source for free nitrogen and easily fits with both organic and non-organic farming practices. *Note prairie bromes are notknown to survive harsh open winters. Stand loss will occur due to winterkill is greater for regions that typically have long periods ofbelow freezing temperatures without snow cover. Better survival seems to be possible if stubble is cut or grazed down to less than2” before entering winter.

(rev 01/03)

University of Illinois, FreeportApril, 2000 Planting

1st Year data – 2 cuttingsVariety DM tons/ac.Lakota prairie brome 2.28Jessup Max Q TF 2.27Dixon prairie brome 2.23KY-31 TF 2.19Lincoln smooth brome 1.93Plot average 1.87

LSD 0.34

University of Wisconsin,Lancaster

April, 2000 Planting1st Year data – 3 cuttings

Variety DM tons/ac.Kokanee TFLakota prairie brome

3.843.75

Dixon prairie brome 3.55Bronc Orchardgrass 3.26Plot average 2.92

LSD 0.76

Application: York is recommended for hay, grazing, silage or green chop (direct feeding). When mixed with alfalfa or clovers, York provides a long lasting grass companion that will enhance the quality of the animal’s diet. When seeded alone or with other grasses York can provide excellent season-long forage.

Management: York Smooth Bromegrass is a deep-rooted, sod-forming grass which grows best on fertile, well drained soil with a pH above 6.0. Smooth Bromegrass is very responsive to N fertilization and requires a high level of fertility for maximum production. Spring harvest management is vital for yield and persistence. To insure against harming the growing point be careful about how short and also how often you cut or graze smooth bromegrass early in the spring. Generally speaking, animals should be moved off of Smooth Bromegrass before the grass is grazed below four inches.

Seeding: York should be planted at a rate of 15-20#/acre when seeded alone or 3-8#/acre in mixes or with alfalfa. York should be planted approximately 1/4 - 1/2 ” deep.

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Application: York is recommended for hay, grazing, silage or green chop (direct feeding). When mixed with alfalfa or clovers, York provides a long lasting grass companion that will enhance the quality of the animal’s diet. When seeded alone or with other grasses York can provide excellent season-long forage.

Management: York Smooth Bromegrass is a deep-rooted, sod-forming grass which grows best on fertile, well drained soil with a pH above 6.0. Smooth Bromegrass is very responsive to N fertilization and requires a high level of fertility for maximum production. Spring harvest management is vital for yield and persistance. To insure against harming the growing point be careful about how short and also how often you cut or graze smooth bromegrass early in the spring. Generally speaking, animals should be moved off of Smooth Bromegrass before the grass is grazed below four inches.

Seeding: York should be planted at a rate of 15-20#/acre when seeded alone or 3-8#/acre in mixes or with alfalfa. York should be planted approximately ¼-1/2” deep.

Ithaca, New York 2002 2002

Variety 30-

May 28-Jul 9-Oct Total

Season % Grass 9-

Oct 2001 Total

2000 Total

3- year Total

Heading Date

Number of Heads

tons/acre dry matter

Badger 2.42 1.15 0.23 3.83 69.00 4.31 5.43 13.57 24-May 1

York 2.66 1.33 0.36 4.34 80.00 4.72 5.49 14.54 24-May 1

Alpha 2.71 1.31 0.31 4.33 73.00 4.64 5.48 14.46 24-May 5

Peak 2.70 1.31 0.40 4.40 84.00 4.52 5.54 14.46 24-May 17

Radisson 2.59 1.37 0.33 4.27 68.00 4.58 4.98 13.83 24-May 24

Saratoga 2.84 1.27 0.35 4.47 84.00 4.67 5.44 14.57 26-May 10

Technical data herein is solely a compilation of observations from various geographical areas, conditions, and laboratory tests. Growing results, including varietal characteristics and performance, vary depending on region, climate, soil, seed enhancements, environmental conditions, local management practices and other factors. AMPAC Seed DOES NOT GUARANTEE growing success. Any technical advice by AMPAC Seed concerning the use of its seeds is given without charge. Therefore, AMPAC Seed disclaims any warranty and disclaims all liability for such advice.

m High yieldingm Late maturingm Winter hardym Very palatablem Early Spring green-upm Improved re-growthm Improved drought tolerance

Lakota prairie bromegrass was selected in Oregon and Pennsylvania from top-performing prairie brome plants. Lakota was selected by researchers from New Zealand and the US to provide better winter tolerance and resistance to powdery mildew. Trial results from Wisconsin and Illinois show Lakota’s impressive performance when planted in the spring. Research shows top performance in states including Kentucky, New York, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and Virginia.

Notable Characteristics • Very palatable, high yielding forage • Improved disease resistance • More winter hardy than Matua • Quicker stand establishment than Matua • More drought tolerant than many other cool-season grasses

Application: • Beef, dairy, and other livestock forages systems to be utilized as pasture, MIG

(managed intensive grazing), green chop, haylage, silage, or dry hay. • Facilities needing to dispose of excess nitrogen including confinement dairies,

hog and chicken farms, fruit processing plants, sewage/water treatment facilities, and factories. Prairie bromes can uptake as much as 600 units of nitrogen per acre per year.

Seeding Rate: In well-prepared seedbeds drill 25-30#/acre and for broadcasting sow 40-50#/acre. No-till rates should be sown at 35-40#/acre.

Method of Seeding: Seeding depth must not exceed 1/4” deep. Spring plantings should be completed by early-mid May. Summer plantings should be completed by early September in Northern areas to assure better winter survivability. For the South, the fall seems to be the best time to plant Lakota.

Management: For maximum persistence Lakota must be allowed to reseed itself in late summer. Like all bromes, Lakota has limited tolerance to set stocking. It is best suited to controlled grazing systems as well as hay and silage production. If grazing, it is best to leave at least 4 inches of stubble.

Longer pasture life can be attained if grown on well-drained, medium-high fertility soils with a pH 6.0-7.0. Generally, soils that support alfalfa stands are good for prairie bromegrass. Prairie Bromegrass requires high levels of Nitrogen fertilizer for top production. Applications of 30-50# N/acre after each harvest will help provide for maximum production. Use of ladino clover is an excellent source for free nitrogen and easily fits with both organic and non-organic farming practices. *Note prairie bromes are not known to survive harsh open winters. Stand loss will occur due to winterkill is greater for regions that typically have long periods of below freezing temperatures without snow cover. Better survival seems to be possible if stubble is cut or grazed down to less than 2” before entering winter.

University of Illinois, FreeportApril, 2000 Planting

1st Year data – 2 cuttings Variety DM tons/acre Lakota prarie brome 2.28 Jessup Max Q TF 2.27 Dixon prarie brome 2.23 KY-31 TF 2.19 Lincoln smooth brome 1.93 Plot average 1.87

LSD 0.34

University of Wisconsin, LancasterApril, 2000 Planting

1st Year data – 3 cuttings Variety DM tons/acre Kokanee TF 3.84 Lakota prarie brome 3.75 Dixon prarie brome 3.55 Bronc Orchardgrass 3.26 Plot average 2.92

LSD 0.76

A Northern Adapted Prairie Brome

Lakota prairie bromegrass was selected in Oregon and Pennsylvania from top-performing prairie brome plants. Lakota was selectedby researchers from New Zealand and the US to provide better winter tolerance and resistance to powdery mildew. Trial results fromWisconsin and Illinois show Lakota’s impressive performance when planted in the spring. Research shows top performance instates including Kentucky, New York, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and Virginia.

Notable Characteristics• Very palatable, high yielding forage• Improved disease resistance• More winter hardy then Matua• Quicker stand establishment than Matua• More drought tolerant than many other cool-season grasses

Application:• Beef, dairy, and other livestock forages systems to be utilized as pasture,

MIG (managed intensive grazing), green chop, haylage, silage, or dry hay.• Facilities needing to dispose of excess nitrogen including confinement

dairies, hog and chicken farms, fruit processing plants, sewage/watertreatment facilities, and factories. Prairie bromes can uptake as much as600 units of nitrogen per acre per year.

Seeding Rate:

In well-prepared seedbeds drill 25-30#/acre and for broadcasting sow 40-50#/acre.No-till rates should be sown at 35-40#/acre.

Method of Seeding:Seeding depth must not exceed 1/4” deep. Spring plantings should be completed byearly-mid May. Summer plantings should be completed by early September inNorthern areas to assure better winter survivability. For the South, the fall seems tobe the best time to plant Lakota.

Management:For maximum persistence Lakota must be allowed to reseed itself in latesummer. Like all bromes, Lakota has limited tolerance to set stocking. It is bestsuited to controlled grazing systems as well as hay and silage production. If grazing, it is best to leave at least 4 inches of stubble.

Longer pasture life can be attained if grown on well-drained, medium-high fertility soils with a pH 6.0-7.0. Generally, soils thatsupport alfalfa stands are good for prairie bromegrass. Prairie Bromegrass requires high levels of Nitrogen fertilizer for topproduction. Applications of 30-50# N/acre after each harvest will help provide for maximum production. Use of ladino clover is anexcellent source for free nitrogen and easily fits with both organic and non-organic farming practices. *Note prairie bromes are notknown to survive harsh open winters. Stand loss will occur due to winterkill is greater for regions that typically have long periods ofbelow freezing temperatures without snow cover. Better survival seems to be possible if stubble is cut or grazed down to less than2” before entering winter.

(rev 01/03)

University of Illinois, FreeportApril, 2000 Planting

1st Year data – 2 cuttingsVariety DM tons/ac.Lakota prairie brome 2.28Jessup Max Q TF 2.27Dixon prairie brome 2.23KY-31 TF 2.19Lincoln smooth brome 1.93Plot average 1.87

LSD 0.34

University of Wisconsin,Lancaster

April, 2000 Planting1st Year data – 3 cuttings

Variety DM tons/ac.Kokanee TFLakota prairie brome

3.843.75

Dixon prairie brome 3.55Bronc Orchardgrass 3.26Plot average 2.92

LSD 0.76

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BestforBestfor (Lolium Hybridum) is a long-lived cross of perennial and italian ryegrass. It produces an immense amount of forage consisting of broad dark green blades, and large succulent stems preferred by all livestock.

Bestfor compared to tall fescue, bromegrass, and timothy is by far more palatable and digestible. It produces a superior pasture when sown alone. However, it was originally bred to be sown with alfalfa, legumes or other grasses for permanent pasture or hay production.

Bestfor’s quick germination and rapid establishment makes it an excellent choice for overseeding existing pastures and hay fields.

Bestfor consistently out-performs improved forage perennial ryegrass in dry matter yield trials.

Bestfor germinates in 4-7 days under ideal conditions, which allows grazing and chopping within 6-8 weeks.

Bestfor’s seeding rate is 20-25 lbs. per acre in a mono stand and 12 lbs. per acre of Bestfor in a mixed stand. If combined with other grasses or legumes, the seeding rate is 25-50% of the mixture. Planting is optimal when done in spring, however, early fall plantings are also successful.

Tetraploid Ryegrass1998 DATA

Seeded August 1, 1997Table 3. 1997 Forage Grass Variety Trial-Rock Springs

Yields (T/A @ 12% moisture), Stand Scores (1-100, 100=best)

Entry Cut-1 5/19-5/26

Cut-2 6/23-7/10

Cut-3 7/28-8/7

Cut-4 9/23

1998 TOTAL

Bestfor 401 1.65 1.21 1.05 7.98

Anaconda 2.92 0.83 0.79 0.90 5.44

Tonga 2.95 0.59 0.74 0.97 5.27

Rosalin 3.22 0.74 0.73 0.51 5.20

Aubisque 2.67 0.79 0.77 0.79 5.04

impala 2.77 0.49 0.73 0.98 4.97

Respect 2.86 0.60 0.84 0.62 4.92

Grassland Pacific lE

2.69 0.43 0.77 0.95 4.85

KYl9402 2.76 0.38 0.63 0.62 4.39

Tetramax 2.44 0.56 0.74 0.65 4.38

ADVANTAGES:• Palatable to Cattle & other livestock — Palaton is

lower than other varieties in alkaloids—a bitter substance that keeps cattle from eating them, thus giving increase palatability and gains from its forage.

• Winter Hardy—Very persistent.• Yields—Palaton has an excellent yield record

producing over 5 tons of quality, palatable, dry matter over a 3 year average on three cuttings.

• Tough—Easy to grow grass that can take all kinds of weather conditions and still be accepted by livestock.

• Withstands excessive wetness.• Withstands excessive drought conditions.• Multiple Cuttings— stands up to multiple cuttings

under wet or drought conditions, something you can not do with orchardgrass, timothy, brome, or ryegrass. When these grasses quit growing Palaton Reed Canarygrass is still growing and producing good palatable forage.

• leaf disease resistance.• Good seedling vigor and stand establishment

ability.• outstanding pasture grass in combination with

legumes.

PALATONReedCanarygrass!

MANAGEMENTTime to Plant: Early spring or late summer (early to mid-August)—alone or with companion crop. late summer planting recommended for low, wet areas to permit proper soil preparation.

Soil Preparation: Good seedbed preparation is important. Prepare soil as for any small-seeded forage crop fine and firm.Planting Depth: 1/2” to 3/4” deep.Rates to Plant: Palaton alone—10 to 12 lbs./acre. Higher rates recommended for poorer soil conditions or lower germination.

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An Excellent Short-Rotation Ryegrass

feast II is a late-maturing tetraploid ryegrass bred primarily for grazing. feast II is a ryegrass that is short lived (1+ crop years), but extremely productive. It is a profuse tiller-ing, quick-growing variety with very little re-heading. feast II is less sensitive to drought and heat than many diploid ryegrass varieties. In addition, tetraploids, like feast II, have four sets of chromosomes, resulting in wider leaves and larger cells. These large tetraploid cells compared to smaller diploid (two sets of chromosomes) cells have a higher ratio of cell contents versus cell walls (fiber). This means farmers should see very impressive milk and meat gains.

lonestar annual RyegrassLonestar Annual ryegrass is a very cold tolerant, disease resistant forage variety that has excellent seedling vigor and rapid regrowth. Lonestar is a medium maturing variety suitable for grazing, hay, or cover crop. Lonestar is a diploid annual ryegrass, which will allow the hay to dry quicker than tetra-ploid varieties.Lonestar features improved foliar disease resistance such as gray leaf spot and crown rust. Lonestar provides growers the highest quality forage and high yields. Lonestar has placed near the top of forage trials throughout the U.S. for overall dry matter yields.Lonestar has shown to perform well in cold or high tempera-tures making it one of the most versatile ryegrasses available.

Seeding rate: Drilled 25 lbs. per acre Broadcast 30 lbs. per acre

Variety 1998-1999 DM lbs/acre DM lbs/acrelonestar 5034 7382Marshall 3844 6948TAM 90 4365 6129Stampede 4698 6930

Texas louisiana

Applications:A tetraploid ryegrass, like feast II, can be a very valuable tool. feast II can be easily utilized by beef, dairy and other production livestock producers. Use feast II for set stacking, intensive grazing, green chop, haylage, or dry hay. Because feast II Short-Rotation ryegrass establishes easily it is also well suited for pasture renovation and minor field repairs. feast II Short-Rotation ryegrass is also beneficial with alfalfa as a companion crop as well as a final 1-2 year transition crop.

Seeding Rates:New fields/pasture: 40-45 lbs. /acre (Tetraploid seed is about twice the size of diploid seed, thus requiring higher seeding rates.)Renovation/Overseeding existing fields/pastures: • Pastures: 20-30 lbs./acre • Alfalfa hay Field: 3-5 lbs. /acreUse with Legumes: Legumes are an excellent source of Nitrogen for grasses.

• Profuse tillering • Very low aftermath heading • excellent palatability/digestibility • Vigorous growth/re-growth • high energy/Feed Quality • Wider, more succulent leaves than diploid annual ryegrass • Very high Sugar content

Notable Characteristics:

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APPLICATION SEEDING

CULTURAL PRACTICES

with improved cold tolerance and forage production. WRANGLER was developed by the Johnston Seed Co. using breeding lines licensed by Oklahoma State University. WRANGLER seed is now being offered by Johnston Seed Co. and Missouri Southern Seed Corp.

WRANGLER is an excellent choice for pasture, hay, or soil conservation in temperatures and subtropical regions. WRANGLER is well adapted to the transition zone of the United States (OK, KS, MO, AR, TN, etc.) where winterkill of Arizona common and other bermudagrass is a problem.

• Dates: Latespringwhensoiltemperaturesreach65˚F(20˚C).Plantingsthroughsummermonthsaresuccessfulifmoisture is available for germination and seedling establishment.

• Rates:8to12lb./acre(9to13kg/ha).• Depth:1/8”(3mm)onheavysoilsto1/4”(6mm)onsandy

soils.• Method:Brillionseeder;broadcast(rollorharrow).• SoilPreparation:Preparefirmseedbedfreeofweedsand

clods to provide good seed to soil contact.• pH:Testsoilpriortoplanting.Arangeof6.0to7.5is

sufficient.• Fertility:Testsoilpriortoplanting.Afertilizerlowin

nitrogen but high in phosphorous and potassium is recommended as a starter fertilizer to promote seedling vigor without promoting excessive weed growth. Increases nitrogen as seedlings develop and a sod forms.

• WeedControl:Notrecommendedintheseedlingstageexceptforverylightapplicationsof2,4Dtocontrolbroadleaf weeds. Residual herbicides are not recommended in the first 60 days.

• Irrigation:Ifapplicable,keepsoilmoistforgermination,asseedlings develop reduce frequency of watering but increase the amount.

• Fertility:Atotalof100to200lb./ac/year(112to224kg/ha/year)ofactualNitrogenisrecommendedbasedonexpected precipitation and level of dry matter production or quality desired. The Nitrogen should be split into at least two applications, the first in early spring and the secondinmidsummer.Minimumsoillevelsof65lb./acrephosphorousand200lb./acrepotassiumshouldbemaintained for maximum production at the desired Nitrogen level.

• HarvestingSchedule:Every30to60daysdependingonfertility and moisture. As a rule, the more frequent cuttings provide higher quality forage with less total dry matter while less frequent cuttings reduce quality but increase dry matter production.

SEEDED BERMUDAGRASS

W R A N G L E R

Stampede Bermudagrass is a new blend of Wrangler and Com-mon Bermudagrass. Stampede combines the excellent winter hardiness of Wrangler with the quick germination and establish-ment of Common. What does that mean to the producer? A fast track to a high quality forage when you need it.

aPPlICaTIOnS Stampede is an excellent choice for pasture, hay or soil conservation.

aREa Of aDaPTaTIOn Stampede is well adapted to the southern transition zone of the United States where winter kill of Arizona common and other bermudagrasses is a problem.

Planting Dates --- When the soil temperature reaches a con-sistent 65° F (18° C) usually between the months of April to July; Seeding Rates - 2-3 Pounds Per 1000 Square Feet (1 to 1.5 kg/100 square meters) Coated Seed in a well-prepared firm seedbed.

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PLANTING

FORAGE LEGUMES SPECIES RATE/ACRE SEEDING DEPTH APPROX DRILL/BROADCAST TIME INCHES SEEDS/LB ALFALFA ................................................d 15-20 lbS (SP. OR lAte SummeR) 1/4 220,000 bIRdSFOOt tReFOIl ...........................d 5-8 lbS (Feb-APR OR lAte SummeR) 1/4 375,000 medIum Red clOVeR .........................b 5-8 lbS (JAN-APR OR lAte SummeR) 0 - 1/4 275,000 AlSIKe clOVeR ...................................b 4-6 lbS (JAN-APR OR lAte SummeR) 0 - 1/4 680,000 AltASWede clOVeR ..........................b 6-10 lbd (JAN-APR OR lAte SummeR) 0 - 1/4 275,000 cRImSON clOVeR, ANNuAl ..............b 15-20 lbS (Aug-Oct) 0 - 1/4 150,000lAdINO clOVeR ..................................b 1-3 lbS (JAN-APR OR lAte SummeR) 0 - 1/4 860,000 WhIte clOVeR ....................................b 1-3 lbS (JAN-APR OR lAte SummeR) 0 - 1/4 860,000 SWeet clOVeR (yell/WhIte) ..........b 10-15 lbS (JAN-APR OR lAte SummeR) 0 - 1/4 260,000

KObe leSPedeZA (StRIAtA) ............b 15-20 lbS (JAN-APR) 0 - 1/4 227,000 KOReAN leSPedeZA (StIPuleceA) b 15-20 lbS (JAN-APR) 0 - 1/4 240,000 KOReAN leSPedeZA, hulled ..........b 10-20 lbS JAN-APR) 0 - 1/4 320,000

ANNUAL LEGUMES hAIRy WINteR Vetch ........................b 20-25 lbS (Feb-APR OR lAte SummeR) 0 - 1/4 16,000 WINteR PeAS ......................................b 30-40 lbS (Feb-APR OR lAte SummeR) 1/4 3,600 FORAge bRASSIcA’S & heRbSchIcORy ................................................. 4-5 lbS (SPRINg & FAll) 1/8 - 1/4RAPe ........................................................ 6-10 lbS (SPRINg & FAll) 0 - 1/4tuRNIP .................................................... 2-5 lbS (SPRINg, SummeR & FAll) 1/4

FORAGE GRASSES SPECIES RATE/ACRE SEEDING DEPTH APPROX DRILL/BROADCAST TIME INCHES SEEDS/LB beRmudA ....................................... d 8-12 lbS (l. SPRINg & e. SummeR) 1/4 13,000,000 bluegRASS ................................... b 10-15 lbS (Feb-APR) (Aug-Oct) 0-1/4 2,200,000 bROmegRASS ...............SmOOth b 15-25 lbS (Feb-APR) (Aug-Oct) 1/4-1/2 134,000 ORchARdgRASS .......................... d 15-20 lbS (mAR-APR) (Aug-Oct) 1/4 - 1/2 590,000 PRAIRIe bROme, lAKOtA ............. d 30-35 lbS (e. SPRINg & e. FAll) 1/4 - 1/2 52,000 Red tOP ......................................... b 8-12 lbS (Feb-JuNe) (Aug-Oct) ------- 5,100,000 Reed cANARygRASS ................... b 8-12 lbS (Feb-mAy) (Aug-Oct) 1/4 - 1/2 550,000 RyegRASS, ANNuAl ..................... b 25-35 lbS (Feb-mAy) (Aug-Oct) ------- 270,000 RyegRASS, PeReNNIAl ............... b 25-35 lbS (Feb-mAy) (Aug-Oct) ------- 270,000 tImOthy ......................................... b 8-12 lbS. (Feb-mAy) (Aug-Oct) 0-1/4 1,230,000 tAll FeScue .................................. b 20-25 lbS. (Feb-APR) (Aug-Oct) 1/4-1/2 225,000

OVERSEEDING MIXTUREScOWHlOVeR I ............................... b 6-8 lbS (JAN-APR) (lAte SummeR) ------- 356,000 cOWHlOVeR II .............................. b 6-8 lbS (JAN-APR) (lAte SummeR) ------- 304,000

PASTURE MIXTURES hORSe ........................................... b 20-25 lbS (mAR-mAy) (Aug-Oct) ------- 1,033,000 elIte ............................................... b 20-25 lbS (mAR-mAy) (Aug-Oct) ------- 475,000CLASSIC .......................................... b 20-25 lbS (mAR-mAy) (Aug-Oct) ------- 630,000 hARdy ............................................. b 20-25 lbS (mAR-mAy) (Aug-Oct) ------- 452,000 WAteRWAy ..................................... b 20-25 lbS (mAR-mAy) (Aug-Oct) ------- 432,000 FIx-A-lOt ........................................ b 20-25 lbS (mAR-mAy) (Aug-Oct) ------- 475,000

WARM SEASON GRASSES (PLS) PURE LIVE SEED PLS LBS SEEDING APPROX SEED PER ACRE TIME PER LBbIg blueStem 5-10 lbS (lAte mAy & July) 130,000INdIANgRASS 6-10 lbS (lAte mAy & July) 170,000lIttle blueStem 5-6 lbS (lAte mAy & July) 260,000SIde OAtS gRAmmA 8 lbS (lAte mAy & July) 135,000SWItchgRASS 5-6 lbS (lAte mAy & July) 280,000eASteRN gAmmA gRASS ( dORmANt) 8 lbS (dec - Feb)cAucASIAN blueStem 2-3 lbS (lAte mAy & July) cRAbgRASS 4-6 lbS ((lAte mAy & July)

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COATED SEED ENHANCES SEED GERMINATION AND SEEDLING SURVIVAL AND GROWTH. PLANTING RATES ARE THE SAME AS PURE SEED. CHECK PURE LIVE SEED REQUIREMENTS WHEN CONSIDERING COATED SEED.

Pulls water fromthe soil

Contains a richconcentration ofhigh performanceNitrogen fixingbacteria May contain beneficial

chemicals

Durable and dust-free

WILDLIFE FOOD PLOT SPecIeS PlANtINg RAte SeedINg lbS PeR AcRe tImebucKWheAt 48-60 mA y- AugchIcORy 5 SPRINg - eARly FAllchuFA 30 APRIl - JulyclOVeR, lAdINO 5-8 JAN - APR, Aug - SePcORN, hybRId, & OP 12 APRIl - mAycOWPeAS 60 mAy - JulydeeR mAgIc 10 SPRINg - FAllegyPtIAN WheAt 10 mAy - JulySPRINg WIldlIFe 50 mAy - JulyFAll WIldlIFe 50-100 AuguSt - OctObeRlAb-lAb beANS 20 mAy - JulyleSPedeZA, bI-cOlOR 10 SPRINg - SummeRleSPedeZA, SeRIceA 20-30 eARly SPRINgmIllet, bROWNtOP 30-40 SPRINg - SummeR, eARly FAllmIllet, JAPANeSe 20-30 mAy - AuguStmIllet, WhIte PROSO 30 mAy - AuguStRAPe, dWARF eSSex 6-10 APRIl - SePtembeRRIce 50-90 mAy - JuNeSORghum, hyb, FORAge 8-12 mAy - JulySORghum, hybRId gRAIN 8-12 mAy - JulySORghum, WgF 15-30 mAy - JulySOybeANS 75-90 mId mAy - JulySugAR beet 5 SPRINg, eARly FAllSuNFlOWeR, PeRedOVIc 15-30 APRIl - JulySuNFlOWeR, hybRId OIl 6-8 mAy - JulytuRNIP, FORAge 3-5 eARly SPRINg - mId SummeRtuRNIP, PuRPle tOP 2-5 SummeR - FAll

CHART

Coated "CP" PreinoculatedUncoated

LAWN SEEDS SPECIES LBS PER SEEDING APPROX 1000 SQ FT TIME SEEDS/LBbeRmudAgRASS .................. 2-3 lbS (mAy-July) 1,300,000beNtgRASS .......................... 2 lbS (mARch-SePt) 8,000,000bluegRASS ........................... 3-5 lbS (Feb-mAy) (Aug-Oct) 2,200,000buFFAlOgRASS .................... 1-3 lbS (mAy-Aug) clOVeR, WhIte dutch ....... 3-5 lbS (Feb-APRIl) (Aug-Oct) cROWNVetch....................... 2-3 lbS (SP.-SummeR-FAll) 122,000FeScue, tAll Ky 31 ............. 8-10 lbS (Feb-APR) (Aug-Oct) 225,000FeScue, tAll tuRF tyPeS . 8-10 lbS (Feb-APR) (Aug-Oct) 225,000FeScue, cReePINg Red .... 3-5 lbS (mAR-mAy) (Aug-Oct) 615,000FeScue, cheWINgS ............ 3-5 lbS (mAR-mAy) (Aug-Oct) 615,000RyegRASS, PeReNNIAl ...... 5-6 lbS (Feb-JuNe) (Aug-Oct) 270,000RyegRASS, ANNuAl ............ 5-6 lbS (Feb-JuNe) (Aug-Oct) 270,000RyegRASS, tuRF tyPeS ..... 5-6 lbS (Feb-JuNe) (Aug-Oct) 270,000ZOySIA .................................... 2 lbS (mARch-mAy) 1,200,000WIldFlOWeRS, mIdWeSt mIxtuRe 5 OZ (SPRINg, FAll) 419,000

LAWN MIXESFANcy ..................................... 3-5 lbS (Feb-APR) (Aug-Oct) 700,000PRemIum ................................ 3-5 lbS (Feb-APR) (Aug-Oct) 935,000SuPReme ............................... 3-5 lbS (Feb-APR) (Aug-Oct) 808,000PlAygROuNd ........................ 5-7 lbS (Feb-APR) (Aug-Oct) 440,000lANdScAPeR ........................ 7-8 lbS (Feb-APR) (Aug-Oct) 236,000PRetty tuFF ........................ 7-8 lbS (Feb-APR) (Aug-Oct) 236,000eASy tuRF ............................ 7-8 lbS (Feb-APR) (Aug-Oct) 234,000SuPeR eASy tuRF IV .......... 7-8 lbS (Feb-APR) (Aug-Oct) 234,000ShAdy .................................... 5-7 lbS (Feb-APR) (Aug-Oct) 420,0005-WAy ...................................... 8-10 lbS (Feb-APR) (Aug-Oct) 225,000

ANNUAL FORAGES AND GRAINSSPRING

RATE/ACRE SEEDING DEPTH APPROX DRILL/BROADCAST TIME INCHES SEEDS/LB cOWHPRO FORAge OAtS ............................ d 85-100 lbS (Feb-APR) 1-2 16,000 bARley, SPRINg ............................................. d 72-96 lbS (eARly SPRINg) 1-2 14,000OAtS, SPRINg ................................................. d 64-96 lbS (Feb-APR) 1-2 16,000

Rye, (cOVeR) .................................................. d 84-112 lbS (JAN-mAy) 0-2 18,000WheAt, SPRINg............................................... d 90-120 lbS (eARly SPRINg) 1-2 11,000

SUMMER cOWHPRO hONey cOmb ............................. d 20-30 lbS (mId mAy-July) 1 22,000 .......................................................................... b 30-50 lbS MAxI-GAIN ........................................................ d 15-20 lbS (mId mAy-July) 1 17,000 .......................................................................... b 20-30 lbS SuRPASS bmR-6.............................................. d 25-30 lbS (mId mAy-July) 1 20,000 .......................................................................... b 30-35 lbS "tIFFANy" teFF ............................................... d 10-12 lbS (mId mAy-July) 1 15,000PeARl mIllet cOWHPRO hybRId ............. d 12-15 lbS (mId mAy-July) 1/2 - 3/4 82,000 .......................................................................... b 30-40 lbS FOxtAIl mIllet geRmAN .............................. d 20-30 lbS (mId mAy-July) 1/2 165,000 .......................................................................... b 30-40 lbS .......................................................................... mIx 10-15 lbS hAy beANS, lARedO .....................(blAcK) d 50-60 lbS (mId mAy-July) 1 6,000 .......................................................................... mIx 40-50 lbSSOybeANS cOWHPRO FORAge .................. d 75-90 lbS (mId mAy-July) 1 3,400 mIlAge, FORAge mIx .................................... b 120-150 lbS (mId mAy-July) 1 12,000FORAge SORghum, hybRIdS...................... d 8-12 lbS (mId mAy-July) 1 15,000 cOWPeAS ........................................................ d 50-60 lbS (mId mAy-July) 1/2 3,600

WINTERRye, cOWHPRO FORAge ............................. d 100-120 lbS (lAte Aug-NOV) 0-2 18,000 tRItIcAle, FRIdge ....................................... d 100-120 lbS (SePt-Oct) 1-2 15,000 WheAt, cOWHPRO FORAge ........................ d 100-120 lbS (Aug-Oct) 1-2 11,000 bARley, WINteR ............................................. d 72-96 lbS (Aug-eARly Oct) 1/2-1 14,000OAtS, WINteR ................................................. d 75-100 lbS (Aug-Oct) 1-2 16,000Rye, WINteR ................................................... d 84-112 lbS (Aug-NOV) 0-2 18,000

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coWHPro HYBrid PeArl MilletAn excellent choice for a quick hay crop or summer pasture. Very leafy on very fine stems. The extra leafiness will help boost protein levels over other pearl millets. CowHPro Pearl Millet has excellent seedling vigor and tremendous regrowth and tillering after cutting or grazing. CowHPro Hybrid Pearl Millet will grow better on marginal or acidic soils than sorg x sudan crosses and is drought tolerant. There is no prussic acid danger with pearl millet, but is susceptible to nitrate toxicity. CowHPro Hybrid Pearl Millet offers multiple cuttings of excellent quality forages for cattle, horses, sheep and other grazing animals.

• Seeding time: mid may or when soil temperatures are 60 degrees plus. Later plantings can be done if moisture is adequate.

• Seeding Rate: 12 to 15 lbs. per acre drilled; preferably in narrow rows. broadcast 30 to 40 lbs. per acre on prepared seed bed. 85,000 seeds per lbs.

• Planting depth of 1/2 to 3/4 inches.• Fertility: Soil test before planting. hybrid pearl millet normally

requires 80 to 120 lbs. nitrogen in split applications, preplant and after first cutting. It responds to nitrogen, but excessive amounts with stress may cause nitrate toxicity.

• harvest: 24 to 36 inches, or before seed heads emerge. leave 6 to 10 inches of stubble for tillering and regrowth.

• Protein content: Ranges 12% to 14% prior to heading.

CowHPro Honeycomb-Fine stemmed and very leafy. Honeycomb is well suited for summer pasture, hay or green chop. Honeycomb is a three way cross Hybrid Sorg-Sorghum x Sudangrass. The sorgo cross reduces the stem size and brings about its sweet, juiciness. Honeycomb has uniform growth with very broad, dark green leaves. Its excellent root system provides standability and drought tolerance. excellent seedling vigor and fast regrowth provide multiple cuttings or continuous summer pasture.

• Seeding time: Planting can begin in mid-may or when the soil temperatures are 60 to 65 degrees. later plantings up through July are possible if moisture is available for germination, and if fewer cuttings are acceptable.

• Seeding Rates: drilled at 15 to 30 lbs per acre. broadcast at 25 to 40 lbs per acre. A good seed bed preparation will enhance quality and quantity. The higher the seeding rate, the smaller the stem size.

• Planting depth of 1 to 1 1/2 inches is recommended.

• Fertility: Soil test before planting. honeycomb normally needs 80 to 120 lbs. N. Split application, preplant and after first cutting, 50 lbs. P - 90 lbs. K. Very responsive to nitrogen needs. lime is needed on acidic soils.

• harvest 24 to 36 inches and should be cut when the first boot stage appears. leave 6 to 10 inches of stubble for tillering and regrowth.

• Protein content ranges for 12% to 14% prior to heading.

• Not recommended for horses. Alternative cowHPro Pearl Millet.

• Follow guidelines to avoid prussic acid and nitrate toxicity.

• A perfect way to rebuild hay supplies or quick pasture.

CowHPro Forage OatsCowHPro Forage Oats are an extremely tall oat variety. developed especially for forage production. Late maturing – approximately 5 days later that Jerry. CowHPro Oats have strong straw strength, resistant to Smut, moderate resistance to Stem Rust. grain has light test weight, and white color. Highly recommended for hay, pasture, or silage. Adding austrian winter peas or hairy vetch will increase protein and yield. Plant Feb. thru April early as possible. Seed 100 lbs. per acre.

FORAGES Late Winter/Early Spring

Forages Late Spring / Summer

Winter Annual Legumes - Spring Forageshairy Winter Vetch - A very winter hardy legume for pasture, hay or silage. High in protein, this legume is very palatable. Is used for a cover/plowdown crop. A good companion with small grains, wheat, rye, barley or triticale. Seed in late summer. Plant 25-30 lbs in mixtures; 40-50 lbs. in pure seeding.

Austrian Winter Peas - Winter peas make an excellent companion to small grains for hay or silage, adding additional protein and yield. Not adapted for grazing. Winter Peas makes a good nitrogen producing cover crop. Seed in late winter with oats or late summer with wheat or triticale. Plant 25-30 lbs. per acre with companion crop; 40-50 lbs. per acre for cover crop.

Pasja Hybrid BrassicaPasja is a high yielding brassica that is a cross between a forage turnip and forage rape. Pasja offers a tremendous opportunity for multiple grazings. Pasja can be sown in the spring with oats or italian Ryegrass; in the summer with sorghum-sudangrass or pearl millet. With good fertility, moisture and management Pasja can be ready to graze in 35-75 days. Pasja has a tap root and grows longer than turnips into times of dry weather.

Jerry OatsMedium maturity-about 4 days later than don, medium height. Good lodging resistance, very high test weight, high groat percentage white/ivory seed. Moderately susceptible for red leaf, moderately resistant to crown rust and moderately susceptible to stem rust.

Honey CombhybRId SORgO SuNdANgRASS

coWH Pro

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A new Warm Season Annual Grass Hay with...Quality and Palatability rivaling Timothy"Planting & growing Requirements

Seed must be planted in the spring after the risk of frost has passed. "tiffany" teff is a very small seeded annual grass with an average of 1.3 million seeds per pound. Planting rate is 10 lbs. per acre. due to its small seed size it requires a firm seed bed, similar to alfalfa, in which good seed to soil contact is promoted. Planting depth should be 1/8" to 1/4" deep. Adequate soil moisture or overhead irrigation is ideal for the crops fast germination, which occurs within one week under warm conditions. Weed control during stand establishment using herbicides or management practices, is recommended.

Broadcast Planting using a Brillion grass seeder and cultipacker combination, or a spinner type grass seeder is optimal. If row plantings is used, row-spacing should be very narrow to allow for stronger weed competition. Teff has an initial slow growth until a good root system has been established. Herbicide programs for Teff would be similar to other annual grasses or cereal grains.

Applications of 50-60 lbs. of available N at planting is recommended. Small applications of N following each cut will enhance yields of later cuts. Moderate amounts of Phosphorous and in some cases sulfur may be required. excessive fertilization should be avoided to prevent lodging. Harvesting cut before maturity for optimal quality feed. Cutting interval is generally 40-45 days, but may vary by location. Rotary cutters are preferred with a stubble height of 3-4 inches.

disease & Pest Resistant cropTeff is a relatively new forage crop in the U.S., where disease and pest problems have seldom been observed in the crop. "Tiffany" Teff is relatively free of most major disease problems especially when compared to other grain crops used for hay. Preliminary University and grower trials have demonstrated that "Tiffany Brand" Teff can be grown, in most locations, without insecticides or fungicides. It is for the most part, considered a low input crop.

Nutritive ValueNutritive value of "Tiffany" Teff is comparable to Timothy, making it an excellent forage for horses and other livestock. Palatability and animal acceptance has been reported to be very good by horse owners.

Protein content of teff hay ranges from 12-17% depending on the growth stage of maturity. RFV values have been reported in the range of 80-120. Oregon State university trials reported AdF and NdF values at 3 locations ranging from 32-4- and 53-70 respectively.

Teff hay is high in calcium as well as phosphorus, iron, copper, aluminum, barium, and thiamine. Potassium levels have been reported in some hays in the 2.5-3.0% range. Nitrate and Nitrite content is low under normal fertility conditions.

• A value added brown mid-Rib (gene 6) hybrid Sorghum Sudangrass.

• Surpass bmR is a dwarf multileaf summer annual forage.

• leaf to stem ratio values greater than 100% delivers more nutritional forage per acre.

• high leaf percentage allows easier harvest with a faster dry down.

• tremendous green leaf retention extending the forage production period.

• RFQ values comparable to alfalfa.

• Provides energy and protein while improving animal health through a forage diet with readily digestible fiber.

• 35 — 50% more leaf matter than competitive bmr hybrids.

• 15 — 25% less lignin content than competitive bmr hybrids.

Surpass BMR-6 Benefits:

• A highly digestive forage can meet more than half of the energy needs of cattle and a good portion of the protein needs.

• Amount of energy a forage contributes to a ruminant diet is the single most important factor in predicting animal performance.

• Fiber is the largest single nutritional component of forage crops thus the digestibility of that fiber has a major impact on the energy available from forages.

• the more energy available in a forage results in more gain from the same amount of feed or the same amount of grain from less feed per animal.

Suggested Planting Rate: 25 — 35 lbs. per acre

• Recommended Nitrogen Fertilizer Rates: 120-150 units N applied in split or multiple applications.

Crabgrass, a warm season annual that is easy to establish. Stands are maintained by allowing to reseed. Plant 3 to 5 lbs per acre in may or dormant seed late winter/early spring. Responsive to nitrogen.

Forage Late Spring/Summer

MANAGEMENT TIPSPrevent Prussic Acid and Nitrate PoisoningIn most cases prussic acid is produced early in the life of a plant and then is diluted by additional growth so that by the time the forage is fed there is no harm to the animal.When plants are stunted at an early state, growth is abnormally slow or non-existent and the prussic acid content may be high enough to be toxic if fed to animals. A drought or early freeze can cause this stunting.If growth is slow or halted, wait a sufficient amount of time before using as feed. All plants contain some nitrate, but excessive amounts are likely to occur in forages grown under stressful conditions.Forages that contain high nitrate levels can be diluted in the diet with grains or with other forages low in nitrates and then can be fed safely.It is best to test feed if high nitrate levels are suspected.

"Tiffany" Teff Surpass BMR-6 Hybrid Sorghum-Sudangrass

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LATE SUMMER FORAGES DAIRy MASTER BMR

This Forage sorghum hybrid is “Brown midrib” and has a very sweet stem with excellent green leaf retention. The brown midrib characteristic increases digestibility of the stem fibers by reducing the quantity of indigestible lignin. Lignin content is reduced approximately 40-60% depending upon environmental conditions. This reduction in lignin increases cellulose and hemicellulose content, both are more digestible than lignin. Because lignin is a structural component of the stem, by its reduction stems are somewhat softer and more limber.

The Hybrid has excellent foliar disease resistance and maintains a healthy canopy until harvest. Because the hybrid has an exceptional level of sugars in the stem palatability is very high. These sugars also provide additional energy and nutrition from the hybrid.

Large heads of tannin-free grain add to the nutritional level of silage produced. days to bloom are approximately 85 from sowing. Although the hybrid is designed for a one-time harvest it has good regrowth capacity which can be utilized for direct grazing after the silage crop has been removed. yield of silage is similar to SWeet t but with a greater grain to stover ratio.Seed count 15,000 to 16,000Seed Color White Without Tanninexertion 6-8 Incheshead Size 6-10 Inchesheight Approx. 85 Inchesdays to bloom Approx. 85 daysRegrowth goodPlanting Rate 5 to 8 lbs. / acre

MILAGEmilage is a summer forage blend of milo and soybeans that has many advantages:Milage is a complete forage for beef and dairy cows and for backgrounding steers and heifers. Milage provides rapid ground cover and excellent erosion control, so it is suited to rolling as well as level ground. Plant milage at 120 to 150 lbs./acre using the soybean setting on your drill. A 1-inch seeding depth is ideal in most situations. Soil temperature should be at least 60°F. Fertility - 40 lbs. “N” 80 lb. P. 100 K. dairy producers who intend to feed milage to their milking herd are likely to harvest milage at 60 to 80 days for high protein percentage. If the primary use is for dry cows and heifers, harvest will likely be delayed to gain tonnage and lower K percentage. Beef producers will likely grow Milage more than 80 days, sacrificing some protein for higher tonnage and more energy.- milage can be planted anytime between mid may and mid July and is harvested 60 to

110 days after planting.- dry matter yields usually range

from 3 to 6 tons/acre, depending on how long Milage is grown.

- Crude protein percentage usually ranges from 14 to 18%.

- Milage ferments into a silage that smells great - cattle love it!

- Milage provides excellent manure management options because manure can be incorporated in May, June or July prior to planting.

- double cropping milage after winter or spring annual forages produces 6 to 9 tons of dry matter/acre/year, provided that milage is grown for at least 80 days.

the following results are for milage planted in June and swathed 60, 80 and 100 days later at Sun Prarie, Wisconsin in 1998-2000.

days to dm milkharvest yield cP AdF NdF yield RFV Ca P Mg K t/a % % % lb/a % % % %60 3.10 18.7 38.1 53.3 3482 103 0.76 0.41 0.45 3.4680 4.54 16.6 36.8 53.7 5285 104 0.60 0.31 0.37 2.40100 5.31 15.3 34.4 49.9 7613 116 0.57 0.32 0.35 1.90

COWHPRO FORAGE SOyBEANSA soybean bred for forage production. Tall and leafy, ten days to two weeks earlier than laredo. drought tolerant, productive even in poor soils. may be combined with foxtail millet for roughage and yield. Seed 60 lbs. in rows; 90 lbs. drilled. Plant after soil temperatures are 60 degrees. Approx. 3,400 seeds per lbs. will continue to grow after blooming.

KANLOW SWITCHGRASS - the energy source for tomorrowA lowland type switchgrass that produces a lot of

biomass. Kanlow does well in poorly draining soils and flooding areas. Kanlow switchgrass will be a factor in biofuel interest. Kanlow's extremely tall height provides a good screening and cover for wildlife.

SWITCHGRASS is good for livestock and wildlife. Other varieties adaptable for the midwest are cave-N-Rock, blackwell, and the Northern section - Nebraska 28.

Forage yield and quality of three cow Pro soybeans harvested 60, 80 and 100 days after planting at Sun Prarie, Wisconsin in 2000.

days to dm milkVariety harvest height yield cP AdF NdF yield RFV in t/a % $ $ lb/acow Pro 60 28 1.66 32.8 3.6 40.5 3106 144 80 36 2.37 24.6 32.5 36.8 4925 161 100 36 2.52 17.9 32.3 38.5 5076 154

Average 33 2.18 25.1 32.8 38.6 4333 153

Switchgrass Panicum virgatum

GERMAN FOXTAIL MILLETexcellent for hay, this summer annual is extremely drought tolerant and can be planted later in the season with expected good yields.• Quick growth reduces weed competition.• can be harvested in 60 days. One cutting.• harvested when grain is in milk stage.• Often planted with laredo haybeans as a roughage. however, at harvest, the

millet is usually overripe.• Plant may-July, 20-30 lbs. drilled, 30-40 lbs. broadcast.• Responds to nitrogen fertilization.• Not recommended for horses.

LAREDO HAyBEANSA late maturing soybean variety used for hay. the seed’s small size allows 6,000 to 7,000 count per lbs. Seed is black in color. Plant height is tall and very bushy.• high in protein and very rich• Plant with german millet for added

roughage. Millet will mature before the soybean.

• Ideal cutting as pod begins setting.• drill plant 40-50 lbs. per acre straight.• drill plant 40 lbs. with 15-20 lbs.

german millet.• Planting time may through July.

COWPEASA summer annual legume. Use for pastures, hay and wildlife plantings. Very viney with weak stems and large leaves. Tolerant of drought conditions, low fertility and acid soils. Plant when soil temperatures are warm in late may-June. Plant 30-40 lbs. in rows, 100-120 lbs when broadcasting.

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WARM SEASON FORAGES

FALL/WINTER FORAGES FRIDGE TRITICALE

(Triticum Secale)Fridge Triticale is a tall winter variety that has excellent winter survival throughout the Midwest. Triticale is s genetic cross between wheat (triticum) and rye (secale) and has the ability to reproduce itself. It is higher in protein and palatability than wheat and common rye, and is an excellent small grain for pasture, hay, or haylage. In general, the variety is recognized by strong stems, dark medim green foliage color, and long, awnletted spikes (NOT BEARDED). Fridge relies on rapid, early growth and stand height to produce tonnage. Seed 100 to 120 lbs per acre September through October. Fertility requirements: 40 labs P, 80 lbs K in the fall. 80 to 100 lbs N in the spring.

COWHPRO FORAGE RyE(Secale Cereale)

CowHPro Forage Rye is the best grain for grazing. cowHPro Rye estab-lishes fast for fall grazing. CowHPro Rye grows faster than common winter rye for more cows per acre. CowHPro Rye is a strain cross variety which results in hybridized vigor. Very adaptable to cattle grazing, but not recom-mended for hay. CowHPro Rye comes out of winter dormancy quicker than common rye, wheat and cool-season grasses. This will let you turn out your cows sooner and save some hay. CowHPro Rye is compatible with annual ryegrass for extra yield and extended grazing. Seed 100 - 200 lbs per acre – August through November. Responsive to Nitrogen.

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CowHPro Forage Wheat is a beardless, soft red winter wheat bred for large volume forage production. Very leafy, with wide blades and excep-tionally tall height. CowHPro Forage Wheat is 6 to 12 inches taller than most wheat varieties and almost double the forage production. CowHPro Wheat produces a lot of straw with decent grain yields. Its closed head reduces disease and is resistant to weather damage resulting in high test weight. The beardless aspect allows for wider window of hay harvest time. good for fall grazing and hay or haylage in the spring. Seed 100 to 120 lbs per acre - August through November. Responsive to Nitrogen.

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No. Crude Protein % Total Yield Energy Digestibility Sowing Days to Grazings Stem/Bulb Tops Lb DM/ac MJ/kgDM % Rate lb/Ac GrazingAppin 2+ 8-12 15-30 9,000 12.8 80 2-4 50-70Pasja 4+ - 15-30 9,000 13.6 85 3-5 35-50

Appin Turnips have multiple growing points on the bulb, which gives a better opportunity for re-growth.

Appin Forage TurnipAppin is a unique forage turnip that was bred to give multiple grazings of high quality forage through-out the growing season. The Appin bulb is set firmly in the soil and has 6-10 growing points on the top of the bulb. Appin can be sown with oats, annual ryegrass, pearl millet, sorghum sudangrass, cereal rye, and other grasses.

TURNiP, PURPlE ToP a 55-day popular general-purpose turnip. Roots are large and smooth, globular, white in color measuring sometimes up to 4 inches in diameter. Tops provide forage for wildlife. seed 2 to 5 lbs. per acre. Plant April-october depending upon plot locations and harvest needs.

Pasja Hybrid BrassicaPasja is a high yielding brassica that is a cross between a forage turnip and forage rape. Pasja offers a tremendous opportunity for multiple grazings. Pasja can be sown in the spring with oats or italian Ryegrass; in the summer with sorghum-sudangrass or pearl millet; or, in the late summer with oats or annual ryegrass. With good fertility, moisture and management Pasja can be ready to graze in 35-75 days. Pasja tops have proven to have substantially improved protein levels over purple top turnips. Pasja has not been known to taint milk. Pasja has a tap root and grows longer than turnips into times of dry weather.

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wildlife

BUCKWHEAT Good for quail, doves, turkey, duck, and geese, plus other wildlife. Abundance of feed. 10-12 week maturity. Plant 40-50# per acre. April-July

SUNFLoWER, PEREDoVIC Small, black sunflowers, growing 4-5 feet in height. Attracts game birds and other wildlife. Provides good hunter cover. 100-120 days to maturity. 30 lbs broadcast, 15 lbs. drilled. Plant April-July.

SUNFLoWER, HyBRID High in oil content, attracting most wildlife. Grown 2-3 ft with small heads filled with seeds. Plant 15 lbs. per acre broadcast, or 6-8 lbs. drilled. 100 day maturity. Plant April-July.

CoRN, HyBIRD, FIELD Roundup Ready; 115 day maturity. Allows weed control in food plots. 80,000 kernel bag. Plant April-June. Covers 4 acres.

CoRN, REID'S yELLoW DENT This old fashioned, 110 day maturity field corn is an open pollinted, non-hybird variety with yellow kernels. A hardy and productive plant that will attract many wildlife species including deer. Plant 10 to 12 lbs. per acre April thru June.

BRoWN ToP MILLET Grows 2-4 feet tall for quail, doves, turkey and ducks. Will produce seed in 60-70 days. Seed 30-40 lbs. per acre.

JAPANESE MILLET one of many different millets, growing fast to 2-4 ft. in height. Maturity 100-120 days. Good in flood plain. Ducks, geese, dove and quail. 20-30 lbs. per acres. Plant May-Sept.

RICE a duck and goose hunters dream wildlife plot. Don't wait for it to happen—create your own waterfowl habitat, preseason and postseason. Convert that wet land into a living sanctuary. your reward will come from many hours of nature's association with hunting and waterfowl observations. Seed 50-90 lbs per acre. 150 day maturity. Plant June-July.

SoRGHUM, HyB GRAIN Regular Milo grown for livestock and wildlife. Full grain head 100-120 day maturity. Plant 8-12 lbs. per acre. May-July.

SoRGHUM, WGF GRAIN Wild Game Food, open pollinated is a short Milo 24" to 30", upright in growth with full grain head. Excellent wildlife feed. Ducks and geese love it. 100 day maturity. Plant 30 lbs broadcast, 15 lbs. drilled. May-July.

LABLAB This summer bean is extremely high yielding and drought tolerant. once established, Lab Lab's high protein content makes it excellent for deer throughout the summer and fall until a killing frost. Lab Lab can be planted with millet, sorghum, or corn to provide a stalk for the vines to climb. This will help increase its productivity. Plant 20 lbs. per acre May thru July.

SoRGHUM, HyB-FoRAGE DAIRyMASTER BMR a forage sorghum that puts on grain heads. Grows tall, allowing for lodging that gives feed and excellent cover for wildlife. Upland game birds and songbirds love it, not to mention turkey, deer, and rabbits. Grain heads are similar to Milo in size. 100-120 day maturity. Seed 15 lbs. per acre broadcast, or 8 lbs. per acre drilled. Plant May-July.

CoWPEAS This viney, summer legume will attract turkey and deer from seedling stage on through maturity. Grows well on various soil types with very little preparation. Plant May thru July 60 lbs per acre.

EGyPTIAN WHEAT Really a sorghum, very tall with a grain head. Provides excellent cover and feed for birds as it bends over. Seed 10-15 lbs. per acre.

SoRGHUM, HyB-FoRAGE RED ToP KING an economical forage sorghum hybrid that provides an abundance of seed heads, smaller in size than Milo, and a heavy forage stalk plant that lodges into a heavy habitat network. Provides feed and protection for all wildlife. 100-120 day maturity. Seed 30 lbs. broadcast or 15 lbs. per drilled. Plant May-July.

GERMAN FoXTAIL MILLET a summer annual grass usually cultivated for cattle hay. Seed heads have a foxtail appearance. Seeds are attractive to quail, dove, and other upland birds. Seed ripens in 60 days. Drill 20 - 25 lbs; Broadcast 30 lbs. in late May thru July.

WHITE PRoSo MILLET Grows 1-2 ft. putting on small seeds that have high appeal to doves. Quail, pheasant and other wildlife will be attracted. Maturity 75 days. Plant 30 lbs. per acres. May-Sept.

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WILDLIFE

SPRInG WIlDlIfE MIX Missouri Southern's Spring Mix is attractive to many wildlife species; deer, turkey, quail and more. The diversity of these different plants will provide food in spring, summer, fall, and early winter. This quality mix contains 50% soybeans; 20% hybrid grain sorghum; 20% German foxtail millet, and 10% perodovic sunflowers. Plant 50 lbs. per acre -Mid-May thru July.

KoREAN LESPEDEzA A reseeding annual legume used for pasture or hay and makes excellent wildlife cover and feed. Especially good for quail, dove, ducks, rabbits, deer, and livestock. Drought resistant and will grow in a variety of soils. Plant 10-15 lbs. per acre. offers value in 90-120 days. Plant February-April and August-october.

BICoLoR LESPEDEzA: This perennial shrub legume is used to provide food and cover to pheasant, quail, rabbit, and deer. Plant along field borders, ditches/washouts and other small areas devoted to wildlife habitat. Plant 10 lbs/acre late Spring and Summer.

CHUFAS Grow like peanuts with no outer shell. Prefer fertile, sandy and loamy soils. Good for deer and turkeys. Seed 50 lbs. per acre broadcast or 20-30 lbs. Planted in rows. Plant May-September.

LESPEDEzA, SERICEA A perennial, erect in growth with fine stems and multiple leaves. Grows 18-40 inches tall depending upon weather and soil conditions. Especially attractive for certain wildlife cover. offers some food value. Good for erosion control. Seed 20-30 lbs. per acres. Plant late March-May.

SYnERGY laDInO ClOVER Synergy Ladino clover is a long-lived perennial and a must have for wildlife food plots. Synergy spreads by stolons and secondary roots making a dense green mat. Synergy also grows upright for high yields and more browse. Synergy is tolerant of wet soils and lower ph. Easy to seed. Sow in late winter, early spring, or late, late summer. Seed 8 lbs. to the acre for thick stands.

SUGAR BEET Beet seed is a great addition to any wildlife plot. Deer love to eat both the foliage and the roots and the nutrition is excellent. Sugar beets grow well in almost all soil types but do require moisture. For wildlife plots, we recommend broadcasting 5 lbs. per acre. Plant in spring or early fall.

KoPU II WHITE CLoVER Kopu II is a long-lived perennial white clover that is highly attractive to deer and turkey. With great persistence, large leaves, and the ability to spread by stolons, Kopu II would make an excellent addition to any food plot. Combine with chicory for the perfect food plot. Plant late winter, early spring, or late summer at 5 to 8 lbs. per acre.

RAPE Rape is a fast growing, heat and cold tolerant brassica that is highly adaptable to the Midwest. Being high in energy, rape makes good pasture for cattle or deer. Seed in spring for summer grazing or late summer for fall and winter harvest. Seed 10 lbs. per acre.

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WILDLIFE

DEER MaGIC Deer love alfalfa, ladino clover, and chicory. We have combined Venus Alfalfa, Synergy Ladino Clover, and Chicory to make a long-living, high protein plant which not only gives deer a desirable and nutritious diet, but also spreads your food plot risk. Seed 10 lbs. per acre in spring and late summer.

fall WIlDlIfE MIX Missouri Southern's mix is a diversity of small grains, legumes, and brassicas that give deer the option of selection. This mix contains 30% Bob oats; 25% Winter Wheat; 25% Winter Rye; 15% Austrian Winter Peas; 5% Turnips and Rape. Good food for deer and other wildlife in the fall, winter and early spring. Plant 50 to 100 lbs. per acre - September thru November.

CHICoRy is an extremely leafy perennial herb. Deer find chicory very desirable to browse and also highly nutritious. Chicory is a basic in long living food plots.Chicory and ladino white clover are very compatible together. Seed chicory in the spring or fall at 5 lbs. to the acre.

TURNIP, PURPLE ToP a 55-day popular general-purpose turnip. Roots are large and smooth, globular, white in color measuring sometimes up to 4 inches in diameter. Tops provide forage for wildlife. Seed 2 to 5 lbs. per acre. Plant April-october depending upon plot locations and harvest needs.

PASJA HyBRID BRASSICA Pasja is a high yielding brassica that is a cross between a forage turnip and forage rape. Having a high protein content, this brassica is highly attractive to deer and other wildlife. Plant in spring or late summer.

APPPIN TURNIP Forage turnip bred for multiple grazings. Bulb has 6-10 growing points making Appin Turnips a quality forage for wildlife. Highly digestible and high in protein. Plant 3-5 lbs/acre in spring or early fall.

CRIMSoN CLoVER a winter annual legume that is a good forage producer and a quick starter. It is a good food source for deer and turkey. Crimson promotes good insect production for quail and other birds. Seed 10 - 20 lbs. in the late summer preferred; or in the spring.

WINTER oATS, BoB a variety suitable for fall planting. High in nutrition from plant and grain. Attracts deer, turkey, and rabbits. Not as winter-hardy as other small grains. Very compatible with winter annual legumes or brassicas. Seed 90-100 lbs. per acre – August thru october

HAIRy WINTER VETCH A very winter hardy legume for pasture, hay or silage. High in protein, this legume is very palatable. Is used for a cover/plowdown crop. A good companion with small grains, wheat, rye, barley or triticale. Seed in late summer. Plant 25-30 lbs in mixtures; 40-50 lbs. in pure seeding. Also good with oats planted in spring.

AUSTRIAN WINTER PEAS Produce top quality forage for deer during the fall, winter and early spring. A cold tolerant viney plant. A good compliment to small grains. Plant August-September; February – April. 30 – 40 straight; 20-30 lbs. with grains.

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Seed Type: Annual - can last 6 to 8 monthsSoil Type Required: developed for a wide

variety of soilspH Level Required: 6.0 to 7.5

Sunlight Required: 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight

Protein Content: up to 36%Seeding Rate: 25 lbs per acre

Seeding Depth: 1"Equipment Required: Tillage equipment

needed to break and smooth soil

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Seed Type: Annual - summer/fall planting lasts through fall/winter hunting season

Soil Type Required: Well-drained to heavy soils

pH Level Required: 6.5 to 7.0Sunlight Required: 4 to 6 hours of broken,

filtered or direct sunlightProtein Content: up to 36%Seeding Rate: 6 lbs per acreSeeding Depth: 1/8" or less

Equipment Required: Tillage equipment needed to break and smooth soil

Seed Type: Annual - summer/fall planting lasts through fall/winter hunting season

Soil Type Required: Well-drained soils to heavy soils

pH Level Required: 6.0 to 7.0Sunlight Required: 4 to 6 hours of broken,

filtered or direct sunlightProtein Content: up to 36%

Seeding Rate: 26 lbs 1/2 acreSeeding Depth: 1/4" lightly drag

Equipment Required: Tillage equipment needed to break and smooth soil

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• high Protein levels (24%)

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DESCRIPTIONFalcon IV is a new and improved, heat and disease resistant, tall fescue variety developed for superior turf quality across a wide area of adaptation. It is dark green in color, fine textured with excellent wear tolerance. Falcon IV exhibits a unique combination of traits including dense growth, improved turf quality and resistance to brown patch. Falcon IV is an endophyte enhanced tall fescue which provides resistance to a number of leaf and crown feeding insects and nematodes. The presence of endophyte also contribute to improved biotic and abiotic stress tolerance, faster seedling establishment, enhanced fall recover and reduced summer weed invasion.

PERFORMANCEFalcon IV ranked #1 and statistically tied for 1st in mean turf quality among 160 entries in the 2001 NteP tall Fescue test Progress Report No. 03-1 conducted across 31 u.S. locations. Falcon IV exhibits high quality turf performance and improved resistance to brown patch disease. Falcon IV tied for 1st in brown patch resistance across 6 test locations in the Coastal Plains and Mid Southern USA. It also exhibits improved resistance to leaf spot, pythium blight and winter net blotch.

#1in NtePperformance

DESCRIPTIONFinelawn elite is a new and improved, heat and disease resistant, dwarf tall fescue variety developed for superior turf quality across a wide area of adaptation. It is dark green in color, moderately fine textured with excellent wear tolerance. Finelawn elite exhibits a unique combination of traits including short dwarf dense growth, improved turf quality and resistance to brown patch incited by Rhizoctonia solani. Finelawn elite is an endophyte enhanced tall fescue which provides resistance to a number of leaf and crown feeding insects and nematodes. The presence of endophyte also contribute to improved biotic and abiotic stress tolerance, faster seedling establishment, enhanced fall recover and reduced summer weed invasion.

PERFORMANCEFinelawn elite tied for 1st in mean turf quality in the 2001 NteP tall Fescue test Progress Report No. 03-1 conducted across 31 u.S. locations. Finelawn elite exhibits high quality turf performance and improved resistance to brown patch disease. Finelawn elite tied for 1st in brown patch resistance across 6 test locations in the coastal plains of Virginia, Oklahoma, southern Illinois and Indiana. It also exhibits improved resistance to leaf spot, pythium blight and winter net blotch.

TUff-TURf bRandTURf TyPe TaLL fesCUeMissouri Southern's own turf type tall fescue. This turf fescue is reasonably priced, quite durable, and still very attractive. Since this is Missouri Southern's own, there are less royalties and better savings for the customer without sacrificing quality. Get a beautiful yard or durable playing field with tuFF-tuRF. Plant in the spring or fall at 8 to 10 lbs per 1,000 square feet.

RhIzOMaTuS Tall fESCuE (RTf)

Tall fescue is wear tolerant when mature, tolerates drought with a deep extensive fibrous root system and exhibits good shade tolerance. Its major problem has been slow recovery from injury and its tendency to become clumpy or bunchy if not overseeded. Breeders at Rutgers University hope to overcome these shortcomings by developing a family of tall fescue varieties like Falcon IV with rhizomes. These underground stems allow grasses to spread and form a close-knit sod that sends out new shoots and roots which aid in quicker repair after traffic damage and turf injury.

MISSOURI SOUTHERN LAWN SEED

toprated

Features-Improved turf quality-Slower vertical growth results in less mowing-Improved winter turf density-Improved full season disease resistance-good heat & drought tolerance-Improved traffic tolerance

-Uniform distinct appearance-Strong seedling vigor for fast establishment-Reduced nitrogen requirement- Fewer fungicides & more environmentally sensitive

-Improved summer performance-Great in full sun or partial shade

5-Way turf type tall Fescue blend — Includes Falcon IV, America's top rated turf type tall fescue. Falcon IV has been bred with (RtF) Rhizomus spreading ability for denser turf quality. this RtF quality helps patch and repair damaged and worn areas. 5-Way also includes Finelawn elite, another top rated turf type tall fescue, plus 3 other highly rated varieties for improved turf quality, rich green color, and disease and pest resistance.

TURF TyPE TALL FESCUE BLEND5-WAy toprated

excellent for new yards and building sites; attractive in sun or shade; irrigated or non-irrigated. 5-Way is durable enough for athletic fields and presents a uniform playing surface. 5-Way performs better when mowed to 2.5 to 3 inches tall. Seed 8 to 10 lbs per 1000 square feet. Seed in spring or fall.

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MISSOURI SOUTHERN LAWN SEEDFour of the best turf mixture. A very attractive, but durable lawn mixture to capitalize on the strengths of Falcon IV and Finelawn elite turf type tall Fescues. We make them the backbone of this mix. Both are highly rated and have many desirable characteristics. Super easy turf 4 also contains Palmer III turf type Perennial Ryegrass and guinness Kentucky bluegrass with spreading ability to keep your stand thick and attractive. Super easy turf 4 makes a very pretty lawn, but tough enough for athletic fields and playgrounds. Seed in the fall or spring — 8 to 10 lbs per 1000 square feet.

sUPeR easy TURf 4

Crown VetChPerennial Ground Cover

Seed spring or late summer1 lb per 400 square feet

Midwest Wildflower MixKind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ColorShasta Daisy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . WhiteBlanket Flower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yellow/RedThickspike Gayfeather . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PurpleMexican Red Hat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . YellowLemon Mint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . LavenderPurple Coneflower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PurplePraire Aster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Purple/YellowPlains Coreopsis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yellow/RedPurple Praireclover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PurpleUpright Prairecone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yellow/RedBlackeyed Susan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . YellowDwarf Red Coreopsis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RedPartridge Pea . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . YellowConeflower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BlueDames Rocket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lavender

DESCRIPTIONGuinness is a moderately dark green Kentucky bluegrass variety classified as a “Shamrock type” of improved Kentucky bluegrass that exhibits early spring green-up, fine leaf texture and the fastest establishment speed of Kentucky bluegrass varieties. It is a cold hardy, persistent, attractive grass that through the development of an extensive rhizome system forms a well-knit, durable sod. It is adapted to a wide range of soils and climatic conditions.

APPLICATIONguINNeSS is an excellent choice for use in utility Kentucky bluegrass blends for sports turf, landscaping, golf course fairways, tees and roughs. It is also highly recommended for seed mixtures that contain improved perennial ryegrass, chewing fescue, hard fescue, sheep fescue, strong creeping red fescue and tall fescue.

PERFORMANCEguinness statistically ranked 7th in mean turf quality among 165 varieties and experimentals in a four (4) year trial from 1999-2003 at Adelphia and North brunswick, New Jersey (Rutgers university) respectively. guinness exhibits the best spring green-up among improved commercial Kentucky bluegrass varieties, has excellent resistance to strip smut and good resistance to leaf spot.

Guinness Kentucky Bluegrass has made revolutionary bounds when it comes to speed. lawn and landscape professionals know the value of FASt geRmINAtION, freedom from competitive weeds and satisfied customers. Guinness is the FASteSt establishing elite Kentucky Bluegrass in the industry.

DESCRIPTIONPalmer III is an elite new generation, heat and humidity tolerant, very dark green, fine textured variety. Palmer III is legendary in the turfgrass industry. Palmer III is an endophyte

enhanced perennial ryegrass with >90% Neotyphodium lolii endophyte

which provides resistance to a number of leaf and crown feeding pests and improved tolerance to abiotic (non-living) and biotic (living) stress. It is highly recommended for permanent turf application where heat and humidity may limit the adaptation of perennial ryegrass turf.PERFOMANCEPalmer III tied for the best overall turf quality in the Final Report 1994 NteP Perennial Ryegrass Progress Report 99-11.

NJAES/Rutgers University

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LHC=low height of cut, ET=evapotranspiration, N=nitrogen*per 1,000 sq. ft.; rates may increase or decrease based on location, soil type, irrigationpractices, desired turf quality, humidity & other abiotic and biotic factors.

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PERFOMANCEPalmer III tied for the best overall turf quality in the FinalReport 1994 NTEP Perennial Ryegrass Progress Re-port 99-11 across thirty (30) U.S. and Canadian loca-tions. Palmer III was also entered in the 1999 NTEP Testas the standard perennial ryegrass check variety alongwith 134 other improved perennial ryegrass varietiesbeing tested across twenty eight (28) U.S. and Cana-dian locations.

1999 Mean Turfgrass Quality Ratings ofPerennial Ryegrass Varieties Grown @ 30locations in the U.S. & Canada.Turfgrass Quality Ratings 1-9, 9= Ideal TurfProgress Report NTEP No. 99-11 LSD @ 0.05=0.1

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BREEDER

SEEDINGDate: Spring and fall when soil temperatures are 60 For higher. Perennial ryegrass is the fastest establishingcool-season turfgrass species available to the lawn careprofessional and homeowner. Late autumn and winterturf quality ratings of newer varieties like Palmer III dem-onstrate that they can rapidly develop and maintain anattractive turf cover into late autumn early winter.

Rates: 6.0-8.0 lbs/1,000 sq.ft. Seed count of Palmer IIIis approximately 270,000 seeds per pound and depen-dent on year of harvest, location of production and seedproduction practices.

Depth: Sow at ¼ to ½ inches.

APPLICATIONDeveloped for permanent poly species turfgrass blends and mixtures containing improved perennial ryegrass, Kentuckybluegrass, chewing, slender creeping and strong creeping red fescue, colonial bentgrass and turf type tall fescue. Palmer IIIis also used extensively in winter overseeding programs on greens, tees and fairways either alone or in species mixtures.

DESCRIPTIONPalmer III is an elite new generation, heat and humidity tolerant, very dark green, fine textured variety. Palmer III is legendaryin the turfgrass industry. Palmer III is an endophyte enhanced perennial ryegrass with >90% Neotyphodium lolii endophytewhich provides resistance to a number of leaf and crown feeding pests and improved tolerance to abiotic (non-living) andbiotic (living) stress. It is highly recommended for permanent turf application in the Mid-Atlantic and U.S. transition zone whereheat and humidity may limit the adaptation of perennial ryegrass turf. It is recommended for winter overseeding of dormantbermudagrass.

P R O S E E D S M A R K E T I N G T E C H N I C A L D A T A R E P O R T

Perennial Ryegrass

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How to plant a new lawn

1. Preparation: Aerate or till the soil, remove rocks, and apply an all-purpose fertilizer. Rake the seedbed until it is smooth and firm. When overseeding, be

sure to rake out thatch so seed can have contact with soil.

2. Sowing: Spread the seed evenly. Lime if necesary.

3. Rake lightly: Germination is

improved when seeds are covered with 1/8 to 1/4 inch of soil - no more.

4. Cover Seed: Cover the seedbed with a very thin layer of top dressing or straw. This keeps the soil from drying out while allowing the sun to

filter through.

5. Water: The top layer of soil must remain moist until the grass is well established. Spray mist as often as necessary. Avoid overwatering.

your lawn should be ready for first mowing in three to six weeks.

Feed every six to eight weeks in fall and early spring.

Use broadleaf weed killers after the new lawn is mowed at least three times.

five Easy Steps to a new lawn

Horse hAllmARK ORchARdgRASS . . . . . . . 20% tImOthy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29% lINN PeReNNIAl RyegRASS . . . . . . . 20% KeNtucKy bluegRASS . . . . . . . . . . . 20% Red clOVeR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10% lAdINO clOVeR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1%

HArdY cOWHPRO FeScue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50% POtOmAc ORchARdgRASS . . . . . . . . 20% tImOthy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12% Red clOVeR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12% AlSIKe clOVeR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6%

clAssic POtOmAc ORchARdgRASS . . . . . . . . 30% tImOthy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25% lINN PeReNNIAl RyegRASS . . . . . . . 24% Red clOVeR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12% ALFALFA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6% AlSIKe clOVeR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3%

elite WARRIOR ORchARdgRASS . . . . . . . . 30% duO FeStulOlIum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20% beStFOR RyegRASS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20% cOWHPRO tImOthy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10% SOlId Red clOVeR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18% SyNeRgy lAdINO clOVeR . . . . . . . . . . 2%

fiX-A-lot beStFOR RyegRASS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40% ANNuAl RyegRASS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25% cOWHPRO FeScue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20% cOWHPRO tImOthy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10% cOWlOVeR clOVeR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5%

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WAterWAY Ky-31 tAll FeScue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68% PeReNNIAl RyegRASS . . . . . . . . . . . . 20% tImOthy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10% Red tOP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2%

FANCyKeNtucKy bluegRASS ................................................18%cReePINg Red FeScue ...............................................18%PeReNNIAl RyegRASS .................................................34%ANNuAl RyegRASS .......................................................30%

PREMIUMKeNtucKy bluegRASS ................................................25%cReePINg Red FeScue ...............................................20%PeReNNIAl RyegRASS .................................................35%ANNuAl RyegRASS .......................................................20%

SUPREMEPeReNNIAl RyegRASS .................................................55%KeNtucKy bluegRASS ................................................30%cReePINg Red FeScue ...............................................15%

LANDSCAPERKy 31 tAll FeScue .......................................................80%PeReNNIAl RyegRASS .................................................20%

PRETTy-TUFFtuRF-tyPe FeScueS ....................................................75%ANNuAl RyegRASS .......................................................25%

EASy-TURFtuRF-tyPe FeScueS ....................................................80%PeReNNIAl RyegRASS .................................................20%

PLAyGROUNDKy 31 tAll FeScue ........................................................55%KeNtucKy bluegRASS ................................................10%PeReNNIAl RyegRASS .................................................25%ANNuAl RyegRASS .......................................................10%

SUPER-EASy TURF 4FAlcON IV tuRF FeScue..............................................40%FINelAWN elIte tuRF FeScue ...................................40%PAlmeR tuRF RyegRASS .............................................15%guINNeSS bluegRASS ...................................................5%

SHADycReePINg Red FeScue ...............................................30%tuRF-tyPe FeScueS ....................................................70%

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