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2019 FORAGE REFERENCE MANUAL

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Seed Company, Inc.

BUFFALO, NY

20Years of

Excellence

1999 2019

The Preferred Seed Staff

PHONE 716-895-SEED (7333) TOLL FREE 877-417-SEED (7333) FAX 716-895-3421

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PricesPrices are subject to change without notice.

WholesaleThe products contained in this catalog are available to the wholesale turf and forage industry only.

DeliveryWe deliver to all points in New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Vermont, Massachu-setts, Maine, Connecticut, New Jersey and Rhode Island. We use all methods of transportation including private carriers, common carriers, leased trucks and vendor trucks. Minimum orders for free delivery vary among the products we sell and the delivery location.

Hours of Operation

MARCH 1 – OCTOBER 15 Monday – Friday 7am - 5pm Saturdays Upon Request

OCTOBER 16 – FEBRUARY 28 Monday – Friday 7am - 4pm

Our MissionOur mission is to provide you with the highest quality products with leading edge technology and exceptional customer service. Our mission is supported by our membership in the following organizations:AMERICAN FORAGE & GRASSLANDS COUNCILAMERICAN SEED TRADE ASSOCIATIONATLANTIC SEED ASSOCIATIONERIE COUNTY COOPERATIVE EXTENSIONFINGER LAKES ASSOCIATION OF GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENTSNATIONAL ALFALFA AND FORAGE ALLIANCENEW YORK STATE AGRI-BUSINESS ASSOCIATIONNEW YORK STATE NURSERY AND LANDSCAPE ASSOCIATIONNEW YORK STATE TURFGRASS ASSOCIATIONNEW YORK STATE FARM BUREAUNORTHEAST ORGANIC FARMING ASSOCIATIONPLANT GFLXPLANT WNYSPORTS TURF MANAGERS OF NEW YORKUNITED STATES GOLF ASSOCIATIONWNY GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENT ASSOCIATIONWESTERN SEED ASSOCIATION

To Our Valued CustomersIt is our pleasure to present this 2019 Forage Reference Manual to you. We have attempted to offer you the best products available. We are constantly evaluating and updating new varieties. If you would like a product not listed, please contact us. Our goal is providing you with top performing products to support your successful business.

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Alfalfa ........................................................................................................... 2

Clovers & Trefoil ....................................................................................... 3

Reed Canarygrass .................................................................................... 3

Timothy ....................................................................................................... 4

Ryegrass ...................................................................................................... 4

Orchardgrass ............................................................................................. 4

Fescue & Festulolium.............................................................................. 5

Bromegrass & Kentucky Bluegrass ..................................................... 5

Organic Forage Seed .............................................................................. 6

Grass Species Characteristics ............................................................... 7

Hay Mixes ................................................................................................... 8

Pasture & Special Mixes .......................................................................10

Forage Seed Inoculants .......................................................................11

Soybean Inoculants ...............................................................................11

Annual Forage Crops ............................................................................12

Forage Small Grains ..............................................................................14

Small Grains ............................................................................................15

Cover Crops .............................................................................................16

Brassicas ...................................................................................................18

Food Plot Mixes ......................................................................................20

Natives ......................................................................................................22

Pollinator Mixes ......................................................................................23

Turf Seed Mixes ......................................................................................24

Planting Dates.........................................................................................25

Recommended Seeding Rate ............................................ back cover

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How we accomplish our goal of supplying the best available forage varieties – Forage EXTRA:

We begin by making a significant investment in research. As an independent seed company, we can search the world suppliers for the best genetics and most advanced technology.

Through independent testing we select improved varieties that perform at the top of the charts in feed value, palatability, digestibility and yield.

We have established relationships with leading seed producers to ensure quality seed with high purity and excellent germination. After our superior standards have been met, we retest the seed to make sure it exceeds those standards.

Individual varieties are then packaged in proprietary branded bags and shipped direct to our warehouse in Buffalo, NY.

Forage mixes are accurately blended in our production facility to be sure we meet the specific requirements of our discriminating customers.

These mixes are then packaged with the Forage EXTRA logo - proof that they have endured the rigorous test to be the best forage products available.

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

LIGHTNING BOLT The legacy lives on in this top of the line alfalfa with proven performance 4 1 HR HR/HR HR HR HR HR

4030 ALFALFA High yielding alfalfa with improved digestibility & agronomics 4 1.5 HR HR/R* HR HR HR HR

PS 105BR High yielding branch rooted alfalfa withEXTRA BRAND superior disease resistance 3.9 1.9 HR HR/R* HR HR HR HR

402 RL ALFALFA High yielding, reduced lignin alfalfa 4 2 HR HR/MR HR HR HR HR

HOPPER SAFE 55 ALFALFA A higher yielding, new leafhopper resistant alfalfa 4 2 HR HR/HR HR HR HR HR

375 HY/BR Gen-2 Branch Rooted Hybrid, consistently high yields, quality, and superior Milk/Acre 3.9 1.6 HR HR/R* HR HR HR HR

480 HVRR ALFALFA HarvXtra low lignin alfalfa stacked with Roundup Ready 4 2 HR HR/HR HR HR HR HR

455TQ RR ALFALFA High Yielding Round-Up Ready Alfalfa 4 2 HR HR/MR* HR HR HR HR

TRIPLE THREAT ALFALFA Premium performance alfalfa blend for variable soils 4 2 HR R HR HR HR R

NE PREMIUM BLEND Economy alfalfa blend 3-4 2-3 HR R HR HR HR R

Fall Dormancy Ratings Winter Survival Ratings Resistance Ratings % Resistant Plants Very Dormant = 1,2 Extremely Winterhardy = 1 0-5% Susceptible = S Dormant = 3,4 Very Winterhardy = 2 6-14% Low Resistance = LR Moderately Dormant = 5 Winterhardy = 3 15-30% Moderate Resistance = MR Semi-Dormant = 6,7 Moderately Winterhardy = 4 31-50% Resistance = R Non-Dormant = 8,9 Slightly Winterhardy = 5 >50% High Resistance = HR Very Non-Dormant = 10,11 Non Winterhardy = 6

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Lightning Bolt Alfalfa

• Excellent persistance

• Faster regrowth

• Higher yields

Seeding ratealone 18-24 lbs./acre in mix 8-16 lbs./acre

Triple Threat Alfalfa Blend 32.5% 4030 Alfalfa

32.5% PS 105 EXTRA BR Alfalfa

35% Northeast Premium Alfalfa

Premium performance alfalfa blend for variable soils that won’t break the bank. This blend combines high yielding 4030 alfalfa with branch rooted PS 105 EXTRA BR Alfalfa that offers unbeatable wet soil performance. Both of these alfalfas have a 30/30 DRI and resistance to Aphanomyces Race 2. Northeast Premium blend alfalfa adds some economy and maintains quality with a 28/30 DRI, and competitive performance.

Seeding rate alone 18-24 lbs./acre, in mix 8-16 lbs./acre

4030 Alfalfa• Yield, yield, and more yield – a Penn State, Cornell and Ohio Trial topper

• Improved digestibility for maximum milk production

• Fast recovery with superior disease resistance


PS 105BR EXTRA Brand Alfalfa

• Branch rooted for improved wet soil performance

• Superior disease resistance and persistence

• Great yields


Preferred Brand Alfalfas truly are the best products available for the Northeast forage production. They are tested and proven with traits and growth habits to meet each farm’s needs. Yield, persistence, and forage quality matter.

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Dynamite Red Clover

• Winterhardy improved Red Clover

• Good early spring growth

• Excellent frost seeding variety


Jumbo Ladino Clover

• A true large leafed Ladino Clover known for its high yields

• More vigorous and faster growing

than other White Clovers


CLOVERS & TREFOIL

ALSO AVAILABLE:Medium Red Clover, Mammoth Red Clover, Alsike Clover, VNS Ladino Clover, Plowdown 60/40 Clover, White Clover, Dutch White Clover, Berseem Clover, Crimson Clover, Yellow Blossom Sweet Clover, Fixation Clover, Micro Clover,Subterranean, White Blossom Sweet Clover.

Chiefton Reed Canarygrass

• Low alkaloid Reed Canarygrass with excellent palatability

• Outstanding yield performance

• Excellent wet and drought tolerance

Seeding Ratealone 18 lbs./acre in mix 3-13 lbs./acre

Palaton Reed Canarygrass

• Low alkaloid Reed Canarygrass with improved palatability

• Strong yield performance and persistence

Seeding Ratealone 18 lbs./acre in mix 3-13 lbs./acre

REED CANARYGRASS

CUSTOM MIXING AVAILABLE

Domino White Clover

• White Clover with improved winter forage

• Great persistence under hard rotational grazing


Nordic Brand Birdsfoot Trefoil

• Combination of top performing European type Trefoils

• Quicker establishment with improved yield and quality

• More upright growth than Empire

Seeding rate alone 10-13 lbs./acre in mix 3-10 lbs./acre

Gallant Red Clover

• A vigorous Red Clover with improved yield and persistence

• High disease resistance for outstanding longevity

• High leaf to stem ratio produces high quality forage


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Sunrise II Brand Timothy

• Quick regrowth

• Very early maturing

• Ideal for use in an aggressive cutting schedule with Preferred’s high yielding Alfalfas

Seeding Ratealone 10-15 lbs./acrein mix 3-8 lbs./acre

PS 2000 Brand Timothy

• Exceptionally high yielding

• Medium maturing

• One of the leading Timothy varieties with high forage quality & palatability


Sunset II Brand Timothy

• Winterhardy with improved yield and consistant performance

• Very late maturing

• Perfect for late cut hay fields


TIMOTHY

ALSO AVAILABLE: Select Climax Timothy

Meroa Tetraploid Italian Ryegrass• A TRUE Italian Ryegrass

• Late maturing and high yielding

• A very fast growing Ryegrass for quick forage production


Payday Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass• Offers improved rust resistance

• Highly palatable with excellent digestibility

• Excellent winter hardiness

• Higher yielding


Picadilly Perennial Ryegrass• Late maturing European bred diploid ryegrass

• Excellent sward density with fine dense leaves and good vigor

• An excellent fit for intensively managed pastures


RYEGRASS

Harvestar Orchardgrass

• Our latest maturing Orchardgrass

• High disease resistance for outstanding longevity

• High leaf to stem ratio produces high quality forage


Crown Royale Orchardgrass

• Top performing late maturing Orchardgrass

• Increase tillering with less of a bunch type growth habit

• Seed is also available coated or hulless for more seeding options


TekapoOrchardgrass

• Persistent under heavy grazing

• Low crown with dense prostrate growth habit

• Very winterhardy with improved disease resistance


EchelonOrchardgrass

• Late heading, bred in Kentucky to handle stress

• Superior disease resistance

• Excellent persistence and vigor


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Preval Meadow Fescue

• Highly palatable European ecotype, with good digestibility

• Early spring growth with quick recovery and excellent agronomics

• Excellent for either grazing or cutting


Meadow Fescue vs.Tall Fescue

Meadow fescue offers about 2-4% better

DNDF than tall fescue. It also has a softer

leaf texture than tall fescue. However, tall

fescue is much higher yielding, persistent,

and stress tolerant.

FESCUE & FESTULOLIUM

Fleet Meadow Bromegrass

• Exceptional winterhardiness

• Good early development

• Excellent production in early spring


Macbeth Meadow Bromegrass

• Very early spring greenup

• Good drought tolerance and summer growth

• Excellent for grazing or haying


Manchar Smooth Bromegrass

• Intermediate northern- southern type with good spring growth and strong drought tolerance

• Outstanding persistence


ALSO AVAILABLE: VNS Smooth Bromegrass

Balin Forage Kentucky Bluegrass

• Winterhardy with excellent grazing tolerance

• Bred for faster establishment and higher yields

• Excellent spring and summer growth


BROMEGRASS & KENTUCKY BLUEGRASS

• Austrian Winter Peas• Forage Kale• Buckwheat• Spring Barley• PS2 Dwarf Grain Sorghum

• Japanese Millet• Winter Wheat• Winter Triticale• Winter Rye• Winter Barley

• Hairy Vetch• Spring Oats• Spring Wheat• Spelt

OTHER FORAGEGRASSES, MIXES ANDCROP SEED AVAILABLE

Savory Tall Fescue

• One of the softest leaf Tall Fescues available

• Excellent palatability with long narrow leaves that produce thick stands

• Improved digestibility

• Endophyte free


Rustler Tall Fescue

• A very palatable endophyte free Tall Fescue

• High yielding with outstanding persistence

• Handles drought, wet soils and low fertility


Duo Festulolium

• Cross between Meadow Fescue and Perennial Ryegrass that produces high quality forage

• A very palatable grass with better drought tolerance and winterhardiness than Perennial Ryegrass


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Allstar Alfalfa• Fall dormancy 3

• Improved Organic Alfalfa with competitive yields

Seeding RateAlone 20-25 lbs./acreIn mix 8-16 lbs./acre

Improved Organic Alfalfa• Fall dormancy 3 Organic Alfalfa

• Moderate disease resistance with competitive yields


Red Star Brand Red Clover• Bred for longevity, maximum winterhardiness and maximum disease resistance

• Provides more grazing than Ladino Clover during hot summer months

Seeding Rate Alone 10-15 lbs./acreIn mix 2-5 lbs./acre

Rivendel White Clover• Small-leaved grazing type White Clover

• Perfect for permanent pastures

• Highly disease resistant

Seeding Rate Alone 10-14 lbs./acreIn mix 2-5 lbs./acre

Kora Tall Fescue• Palatable endophyte free Tall Fescue

• Medium maturity with superior yield and quality


Niva Orchardgrass• Late heading Orchardgrass with strong stable yields

• Good disease resistance and winterhardiness


Calibra Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass• Winterhardy variety with good disease resistance

• High sugar content with excellent digestibility

• Adapted European type with strong stable yields across environments

Seeding rateAlone 32-38 lbs./acreIn mix 2-20 lbs./acre

Perun Festulolium• Italian Ryegrass type Festulolium with better persistence

• Fast establishing with good early spring growth

• High first cutting yields


Laura Meadow Fescue• Very high yielding Meadow Fescue with excellent palatability

• Good early spring growth with early to medium heading date

• Wide adaptability, tolerates moist soils well


Dolina Timothy• High yielding, aggressive Timothy

• Very good disease resistance

• Medium late maturing with improved persistence


ALSO AVAILABLE: Certified Organic Medium Red Clover, Organic Alsike, Organic Mammoth Clover, Organic Buckwheat, Organic Climax Timothy, Organic Field Peas, Organic Oats, Organic Spring Barley, Organic Winter Barley, OrganicWinter Ryegrain, Organic Winter Wheat

CERTIFIED ORGANIC FORAGE SEED

CERTIFIED CUSTOM ORGANIC MIXING AVAILABLE!CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION

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FORAGE SPECIES/MIX

TIMOTHY Perennial Medium Slow Good Poor Fast Medium Fair

PERENNIAL RYEGRASS Perennial Fast Fast Excellent Poor Slow Medium Excellent

ITALIAN RYEGRASS Annual / Biennial Fast Fast Excellent Poor Slow High Excellent

FESTULOLIUM Perennial Fast Medium Excellent Fair Slow Medium Excellent

ORCHARDGRASS Perennial Medium Fast Good Good Fast High Good

KENTUCKY BLUEGRASS Perennial Slow Slow Average Good Average Low Excellent

TALL FESCUE Perennial Medium Fast Excellent Excellent Fast High Good

MEADOW FESCUE Perennial Medium Medium Excellent Good Fast Medium Excellent

MEADOW BROMEGRASS Perennial Medium Medium Average Good Fast Medium Excellent

SMOOTH BROMEGRASS Perennial Medium Slow Average Good Fast High Poor

REED CANARYGRASS Perennial Slow Medium Superior Good Average High Good

TEFF GRASS Annual Fast Fast Poor Excellent Fast Medium Good

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HAY MIXES

Bunkbuster Mix -AT- .................................................... 50 lbs.

80% 4030 Alfalfa 20% Sunrise II Brand Timothy

• Produces high quality forage with rapid recovery for increased yields

• Adapted and recommended for high production areas

• Formulated for well drained soil and will also persist in variable drainage soils

SEEDING RATE: 22 lbs./acre

Wet Soil Mix .................................................................................. 50 lbs.

25% Rustler Forage Tall Fescue25% Chiefton Reed Canarygrass20% Gallant Red Clover20% Sunset II Brand Timothy10% Nordic Brand Birdsfoot Trefoil

• Our highest yielding mix for wet or variable soils

• Also produces quality forage on well-drained fields


Advantage Mix -ATC- ................................................... 50 lbs.

50% PS 105 BR EXTRA Brand Alfalfa35% Chiefton Reed Canarygrass 15% Sunrise II Brand Timothy

• Produces reliable forage yields year after year

• Highly recommended for use on heavy soils

• PS 105 Alfalfa and Sunrise II Brand Timothy combine for excellent first and second year production

• Chiefton comes on strong later when Alfalfa and Timothy plants thin out


Bale Mix -ATR- .......................................................................... 50 lbs.

55% 4030 Alfalfa 30% Sunrise II Brand Timothy 15% Gallant Red Clover

• This mix combines top-of-the-line legumes (70%) with Sunrise II Brand Timothy for maximum forage yield


Hay Mix -TAR- ............................................................................ 50 lbs.

40% Gallant Red Clover40% Sunrise II Brand Timothy 20% Alsike Clover

• Improved persistence and high yield where Alfalfa is not suitable

• Hay mixes containing Alsike Clover should not be fed to horses


Meadow Mix -ATT- ........................................................... 50 lbs.

50% 4030 Alfalfa 35% Sunrise II Brand Timothy15% Nordic Brand Birdsfoot Trefoil

• Recommended for variable drainage conditions

• Sunrise II Brand Timothy establishes throughout the field

• Nordic Birdsfoot Trefoil takes over when Timothy and Alfalfa thin out in wet areas


** VARIETIES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE BASED ON STOCK ON HAND

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Economy Mix................................................................................ 50 lbs.

40% Climax Timothy40% Medium Red Clover 20% Alsike Clover

• An economical mixture of grass and clover that can be used on heavy soils

• Can be used for hay, haylage, or pasture


SEEDING RATE: 22-25 lbs./acre

Maximum Milk Mix ......................................... 50 lbs.

70% 402RL Alfalfa 15% Gallant Red Clover 10% Preval Meadow Fescue 5% Payday Perennial Ryegrass

• A premium silage or baleage mix that produces highly digestible forage

• The combination of a highly digestible alfalfa, bypass protein from the persistent Gallant Red Clover, and the high fiber digestibility of the Meadow Fescue and Payday Perennial Ryegrass synergistically combine to make top notch feed


CUSTOM MIXING AVAILABLE

Manure Eater Mix ............................................................... 50 lbs.

50% Chiefton Reed Canarygrass50% Rustler Forage Tall Fescue

• Manure Eater Mix is an important component of any “on farm” nutrient management system

• One acre of intensively managed Manure Eater Mix consumes the nitrogen for 40 tons of fresh manure, the annual production of two dairy cows


Horse Haymaker Mix................................. 50 lbs.

50% PS 2000 Brand Timothy 30% Echelon Orchardgrass15% Balin Forage Kentucky Bluegrass 5% Payday Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass

• This mix contains all fine stemmed, leafy species of grass for extremely palatable forage

• PS Brand 2000 Timothy is one of the highest yielding varieties available

• Provides optimum nutrition for horses’ forage needs


High Caliber Hay Mix .................................................. 50 lbs.

40% PS2000 Timothy 25% Echelon Orchardgrass25% 4030 Alfalfa10% Payday Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass

• Very palatable hay for pets and livestock

• Yield best in moderately well drained and well drained soils with a good pH

• For hay that stays green later into the summer add 4-8 lbs./acre of Smooth Bromegrass to the large box on the drill when planting.


HAY MIXES

T&A Mix .................................................................................................. 50 lbs.

70% Climax Timothy30% Alsike Clover

• An old standby for poorly drained and variable soils

• Performs best in a one or two cut harvest schedule




Lowland Mix ................................................................................. 50 lbs.

35% Rustler Forage Tall Fescue20% Gallant Red Clover 20% PS 2000 Brand Timothy15% Preval Meadow Fescue10% Payday Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass

• Performance mix for wet and variable soils

• Produces excellent quality forage

• Good drought tolerance


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PASTURE AND SPECIAL MIXES

Kentucky Horse Pasture Mix ..............25 & 50 lbs.

45% Balin Forage Kentucky Bluegrass 20% Sunrise II Brand Timothy15% Echelon Orchardgrass10% Payday Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 5% Nordic Brand Birdsfoot Trefoil 5% Jumbo Ladino Clover

• Forage Kentucky Bluegrass is leafier, taller growing and more vigorous than Bluegrass used on home lawns

• Nordic and Jumbo are the legumes frequently recommended for horse pastures

• Calibra Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass and Sunrise II Brand Timothy produce a lush spring and fall pasture


Permanent Pasture Mix ...............................25 & 50 lbs.

20% Echelon Orchardgrass 20% Rustler Tall Fescue 20% Duo Festulolium 15% Sunrise II Brand Timothy 10% PS105 BR Extra Brand Alfalfa 10% Gallant Red Clover 5% Jumbo Ladino Clover

• Durable mixture of improved grasses, Alfalfa, and Clover

• Can be used for sheep, beef, and dry cows


Alpaca Pasture Mix ......................................................... 25 lbs.

40% Echelon Orchardgrass 30% Balin Forage Kentucky Bluegrass 10% Duo Festulolium 10% PS 2000 Brand Timothy 10% Fleet Meadow Bromegrass

• Designed with the correct nutrient balance to keep the herd healthy

• Palatable Orchardgrass and durable Festulolium create a perfect pasture


Orchard & Vineyard Mix ............................................. 25 lbs.

30% Chewings Fescue 30% Creeping Red Fescue 20% Hard Fescue 20% Sideways Perennial Ryegrass

• Formulated with slow growing perennial species of grasses to provide a low growing crop for Orchards, Vineyards, Christmas Tree Farms, and Nurseries

• Very economical to maintain compared to annual crops or bare soil aisles

• Reduces erosion, water and nutrient loss, improves soil organic matter


Clover Overseed Mix......................................................... 50 lbs.

60% Medium Red Clover30% VNS Ladino Clover10% White CloverOMRI Inoculant

• Formulated for overseeding pastures and filling in bare spots

• Red Clover is quick growing and the White Clover will spread, complimenting a grass pasture nicely

SEEDING RATE: 7-20 lbs./ acre

Pasture Refresher Mix .............................................. 50 lbs.

30% Duo Festulolium25% Payday Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 20% Echelon Orchardgrass 15% Meroa Tetraploid Italian Ryegrass 10% Jumbo Ladino Clover

• A premier mix designed for overseeding or frost seeding an existing pasture or meadow

• Improves quality and yield of existing stands

• Can be seeded straight for new stand establishment

• Seed at half rate in two directions when broadcasting for best results.



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PREVAIL for Alfalfa/True Clover Combination (OMRI)PRE-VAIL is a ready to use, clay based, pre-inoculant designed to improve early seedling vigor through increased root development and excellent nodulation. The new PRE-VAIL not only contains high levels of rhizobium for nitrogen fixation, but it’s also infused with Azospirillum bacteria, an organic biological plant growth promoter unlike any other on the market today.

N-DURE for Alfalfa/True Clover Clover CombinationN-DURE is an economical, pre-mixed, humus-based product. Best results occur when N-DURE is mixed with a small amount of water to aid in seed adhesion and applied at the time of planting.

OTHER LEGUME INOCULANTS AVAILABLE FOR: Birdsfoot Trefoil N-Dure, Crown Vetch N-Dure, Nature’s Aid Garden N-Dure (OMRI)

N-DURE ................................................................................ DrySoybean N-DURE is Packaged as a pre-mixed, humus-based product, for encourageing nitrogen fixation. N-DURE’s high potency can yield results in a wide range of conditions. However, its use is not recommended on first-year soybean ground.

N-CHARGE .......................................................................... DrySoybean N-CHARGE is specially formulated to increase seed adhesion over traditional planter box inoculants by as much as 150%. Better seed adhesion means more inoculant is being placed where you want it, in the root zone, to ensure proper nodulation. N-CHARGE can be applied in the seed box or custom applied.

N-CHARGE S....................................................................... DrySoybean N-CHARGE-S is a sterile peat product that offers superior bacteria counts and maintains a 2 season shelf life. The N-CHARGE branded products are specially formulated to increase seed adhesion over traditional planter box inoculants by as much as 150%. Bet-ter seed adhesion means more inoculant is being placed in the root zone to ensure proper nodulation.

N-TAKE ........................................................................... LiquidN-TAKE for soybeans can be either seed-applied or mixed with water for in-furrow applications. With one of the highest bacteria counts in the industry, N-TAKE offers peace of mind in ensuring proper nodulation every time. Its low application rate of 1.75 oz./50 lbs. of seed also helps eliminate problems associated with bridging and clumping of seed.

FlexConnectTM

The first no mix soybean inoculant for commercial treaters. Inoculate in more accurate amounts and save the rest. Extended application window more than 14 days after first use. Flexible treatment volumes, straight from the package without transferring to a separate tank.

Before you buy mix stands, consider Flex Connect and save the money!

FORAGE SEED INOCULANTS

SOYBEAN INOCULANTS

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Summer Extra Brand Teff Grass• High yielding warm season summer annual grass

• Produces lush palatable dry hay, baleage, or silage

• Excellent horse or dairy hay

• A summer annual that germinates quickly

• Plant only alone, not in a mix

Seeding RateAlone 10 lbs./acreSeed into a very firm seed bed

ANNUAL FORAGE CROPS

Fine stems improve dry down and palatability of 30-30 BMR Sudangrass

BMR Forage Sorghum• Medium maturity forage sorghum with excellent digestability

• High yield for single season harvest

Seeding RateAlone 15 lbs./acre

BMR 84 Greenleaf Grazing Corn• Annual open-pollinated brown mid-rib forage corn

• Excellent yield of high quality forage when harvested at tasseling

• Plant with a drill or in 15 inch rows

• Quick growing for double cropping and short season forage

Seeding Rate: 50-65 lbs./acre or 90,000 seeds/acre

** NOT ROUNDUP READY **

Cattleman’s Choice Sorghum X Sudangrass• High yielding

• Vigorous growth

Seeding RateAlone 50-65 lbs./acre

PS 2 BMR Sorghum X Sudangrass• High yielding

• Excellent digestibility

• Improved variety with excellent performance

Seeding RateAlone 50-65 lbs./acreInto alfalfa stands 45 lbs./acre

PS 30-30 Brand HiGest BMR Hybrid Sudangrass• Fine stemmed, with excellent palatability

• Outstanding digestibility for superior feed quality

• Excellent for making baleage!


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PS2 Dwarf Grain Sorghum (Milo)• High energy grain

• Very drought tolerant


Japanese Millet• Warm season annual crop commonly grown for mid season grazing and forage production

• Cattle find the forage palatable and it can be cut or grazed multiple times in the season


Hybrid Pearl Millet• Well adapted to drought and poor soil conditions

• High protein forage crop

• Easily digested making it a great source of nutrition


White Proso Millet• Fast germinating plant that matures in 65-90 days

• Produces larger amounts of seed than any other millet types


ANNUAL FORAGE CROPS

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Preferred Peas and Forage Oats• A 50/50 blend of Maxum Field Peas and Preferred Forage Oats

• Harvest early for excellent quality

Seeding RateAlone 125 – 157 lbs./acreAs nurse crop 75-100 lbs./acre

Maxum Field Peas• Designed for the dairy and beef silage

• Vine length has been reported as long as six and 1/2 feet

Seeding RateAlone 100 lbs./acreIn a mix: 50 lbs./acre

Preferred Peas and Forage Triticale• A 50/50 blend of Maxum Field Peas and Preferred Forage Triticale

• Vigorous growing with excellent yields


Preferred Spring Forage Triticale• Highly versatile forage for grazing, silage, balage, and boot-stage hay

• Excellent forage for dairy cows

• High protein, digestiblity, and significantly higher yields

Seeding RateAlone 100-150 lbs. /acreAs a nurse crop 75-100 lbs. / acre

Haywire Forage Oats• Large leaf Forage Oat

• Exceptional digestibility, the best feed quality available in a forage oat

• Trial-winning yields


Preferred Forage Oats• Broad leafed true Forage Oat

• Delayed heading with superior yield

• Very good quality if harvested in flag leaf stage

Seeding RateAlone 96 – 160 lbs./acre

As nurse crop 64-96 lbs./acre

Preferred Peas & Oats & Barley Mix• Fast establishing nurse crop

• Better yield than most 2 way mixes, and the addition of Barley improves standability


NTO9423 Winter Triticale• Excellent yields and superior feed quality

• Medium Tall Forage variety


Preferred Winter Triticale• Very Tall Forage Triticale with good yields


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Buckwheat• Cover crop or grain crop seeded in early summer• Add soil tilth and health• Good nutrient scavenger

Seeding RateAlone 45-65 lbs. / acreIn a mix 10-25 lbs./acre

Conlon 2-Row Spring Malting Barley• 2-Row Barley with superior malting quality

Seeding RateAlone 144 lbs. / acre

Robust Barley• 6 Row multi-purpose Spring Barley• A true Malting Barley with excellent grain yields• Also works well for forage or feed grain • Excellent nurse crop

Seeding RateAlone 120-192 lbs./acreAs nurse crop 80-110 lbs./acre

Thoroughbred Winter Barley• A 6-Row Winter feed Barley with good straw strength and resistance to powerdery mildew and yellowdwarf virus

Seeding RateAlone 150 lbs./acreAs nurse crop 80 lbs./acre

Corral Oats• A medium maturity yellow oat variety

• Excellent yield and test weight

• Shorter oat with very good lodging resistance

• Resistant to barley yellow dwarf virus and smut


Hayden Oats

• A white-hulled, spring oat• Medium-late maturity with excellent yield potential and high test weight• Resistant to smut and BYDV• Tall oat variety with excellent grain yields and good lodging resistance


Faller Hard Red Spring Wheat• Spring flour wheat with good performance


Erie Soft Red Winter Wheat• A high yielding Winter Wheat with excellent lodging resistance• Superior disease resistance


VNS Winter Rye• Rye Grain available in bushel bags or totes


Certified Spooner Winter Rye• A Wisconsin variety with early maturity and excellent winterhardiness


195 GT1 Soybeans• Group 1.9 Glyphosate tolerant soybean• Tall, medium bushy plant• High yielding with broad adaptability

Seeding RateAlone 200,000 seeds/acre

Armor Oats• A productive medium maturity spring oat cultivar with light yellow grain• Moderate resistance to the barley yellow dwarf virus• Very similar appearance to Ogle with better test weight and higher yield

Seeding RateAlone 96 lbs./acreAs a nurse crop 80 lbs./acre

SMALL GRAINS

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COVER CROPS

Penetrator RadishPenetrator Radish is a true forage type Daikon Radish with a large taproot and superior penetrating ability. Features new genetics with improved rooting and delayed maturity. The best cover crop radish available today.

Seeding rateAlone 8-12 lbs./acreIn mix 5 lbs./acre

Ground Hog RadishA proven daikon type forage radish for cover crops. Grows quickly with large lush leaves and big roots. Can be grazed as well.

Seeding rateAlone 8-12 lbs./acreIn mix 5 lbs./acre

Fixation Balansa CloverBalansa Clover is a cool season annual legume capable of high forage performance over a wide range of soils. Balansa Clover can be used with other legumes and grasses in pasture situations. This clover will not only improve the quality and yield of the forage, but create substantial quantities of nitrogen.

• Excels in pastures• Persistent under intense grazing• Deep tap root• Performs well in mixtures


CUSTOM COVER CROP MIXES AVAILABLE

• Winter Rye• Winter Wheat• Winter Triticale• Winter Barley • Oats• Spring Barley• Annual Ryegrass• Sorghum Sudangrass• Hairy Vetch

• Chickling Vetch• Crimson Clover• Sweet Clover• Red Clover• Buckwheat• Field Peas• Austrian Winter Peas• Sunn Hemp• Flax

OTHER COVER CROPS AVAILABLE

ASK FOR OUR COVER CROP BROCHURE!

Mighty Mustard Trifecta Power BlendOur premium Mighty Mustard blend mixes three biomass producersand gives a total soil makeover with soilborne pathogen and weed suppression benefits. The broad spectrum glucosinates produced by the mix suppress weeds, and attack insects, nematodes, and fungal pathogens.

• Increase organic matter• Recycle and redistribute nitrogen in soil• Improve long term health of your soil

Seeding rate 15-20 lbs. / acre for a 4-6 week growth periodSeeding rate 12-15 lbs. / acre for a 8-12 week growth period

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Preferred Seed Cover Crop Table

POTENTIAL FOR PLANTING PLANTING SEEDING WINTER MIXINGCOVER CROP VARIETIES FORAGE BENEFITS TIME RATE METHOD KILL PARTNERS

Daikon Radish Penetrator Radish Can graze Compaction relief, 50-60 days before 5-12 lbs./acre Drill, no-till or Yes Forage Oats, Ground Hog Radish nutrient scavenger, increases frost date, early August conventional, Clover, Winter yields of following crop in most of northeast broadcast Grains, Ryegrass, Peas

Winter Grains Winter Rye Cut or graze Forage, storing nutrients, Fall 112-168 lbs./acre Drill, no-till or No Clover, Radish, Winter Wheat green manure conventional, spring grains Winter Triticale broadcast Winter Barley

Spring Grains Oats Cut or graze Forage, storing nutrients, Spring to late summer 50-150 lbs./acre Drill, no-till or Yes Clover, Radish, Barley green manure conventional, Peas, Ryegrass broadcast Annual / Meroa Italian Ryegrass Cut or graze Forage, nutrient scavenger, Mid-summer to fall 15-35 lbs./acre Drill, no-till or No Clover, Radish, Italian Ryegrass green manure, soil tilth conventional, Peas, Spring and broadcast Winter Grains Sorghum- Cattleman’s Choice Cut or graze Organic matter, green manure, Early to mid summer 50-65 lbs./acre Drill, no-till or Yes Clover, RadishSudangrass Sorghum-Sudangrass nematode control conventional, broadcast

Hairy Vetch No Biomass growth and Late summer to 20-30 lbs./acre Drill, no-till or No Spring and Nitrogen fixation early fall conventional Winter Small Grains, Radish, Clover, Peas

Chickling Vetch AC Greenfix Cut or graze Fast growing Nitrogen fixer Spring through early fall 50-60 lbs./acre Drill, no-till or Yes Spring and conventional, Winter Small broadcast Grains, Radish, Clover, Peas

Crimson Clover Graze Nitrogen fixation, Spring through early fall 10-18 lbs./acre Drill, no-till or Yes Spring and quick growing conventional, depending Winter Small broadcast on year Grains, Radish, Clover, Peas

Sweet Clover No Biomass growth Spring through 10-12 lbs./acre Drill, no-till or No Spring and and Nitrogen fixation mid-summer conventional Winter Small Grains, Radish, Clover, Peas

Medium Red Dynamite, Gallant, Graze Biomass growth Spring through 8-12 lbs./acre Drill, no-till or Yes Spring andClover Wildcat and Nitrogen fixation late Summer conventional, Winter Small broadcast Grains, Radish, Clover, Peas

Mammoth Red Yes Biomass growth Spring through 8-12 lbs./acre Drill, no-till or No Spring andClover and Nitrogen fixation mid-summer conventional Winter Small Grains, Radish, Clover, Peas

Buckwheat No Nutrient scavenger, Late spring through 45-65 lbs./acre Drill, no-till or Yes smoother crop for weed mid-summer conventional control, biomass production, pollinator crop

Field Peas Maxum, Meadow Cut or graze Nitrogen fixation, Spring to late summer 20-50 lbs./acre Drill, no-till or Yes Clover, Radish, quick growing with a mix conventional Small Grains 100 lbs./acre alone

Winter Peas Austrian Winter Peas Cut or graze Nitrogen fixation, Late summer to 20-50 lbs./acre Drill, no-till or No Clover, Radish, quick growing early fall with a mix conventional Small Grains

Sunn Hemp Yes Nitrogen fixation, Late spring through 40-60 lbs./acre Drill, no-till or Yes biomass growth, mid-summer conventional green manure

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Brassica blends bring late season deer.

Forage brassicas are highly palatable alternative forages for wildlife and livestock, that can help supplement and extend the grazing season.

Oasis Chicory• High yielding, broad-leaved perennial herb that has excellent feed value for livestock. Seeding Rate = 12-15 lbs. / acre

Maris Kestrel Kale• A leafy hybrid variety kale with short stems. Bred for low stem fiber content and high digestibility. Seeding Rate = 4-8 lbs. / acre

Barsica Rape• A very leafy brassica with excellent protein content. Sow from spring to late summer for summer and fall grazing. Seeding Rate = 4-8 lbs. / acre

Bonar Forage Rape• A late maturing forage rape with short stems and large leaves for high forage yield and quality. Seeding Rate = 4-8 lbs. / acre

Dwarf Essex Rape• A low growing rape that has high protein content, excellent palatability and can tolerate varying growing conditions. Seeding Rate = 4-8 lbs. / acre

Swede Winter Canola• New generation swede with high yield potential. • Grows best in moderately drained medium to Seeding Rate = 1 1/2-2 lbs. / acre high fertility soils. • A winter variety; can be very productive if planted in the fall. Seeding Rate = 5 lbs. / acre

Appin Turnip Bomba Turnip• A forage turnip bred for fast, vigorous establishment. • Round bulb turnip known for its high vegetative yields. and quick maturity. • It produces a highly digestible, leafy forage. Seeding Rate = 1-4 lbs. / acre Seeding Rate = 1-4 lbs. / acre

Pasja Hybrid Forage Brassica• An early maturing hybrid forage brassica bred for rapid growth and high performance. Great summer forage. Produces for a longer season than traditional rapes and turnips. Seeding Rate = 1-4 lbs. / acre

Purple Top Turnip• A brassica with the rare ability to handle hot, dry growing conditions. Very palatable top and root. Seeding Rate = 1-4 lbs. / acre

BRASSICAS & OTHER WILDLIFE

Forage brassicas are highly palatable alternative forages for wildlife and livestock, that can help supplement and extend the grazing season.

Sugar Beets• High energy easily digestible food source that will draw deer in Seeding Rate = 10 lbs. / acre

Small Burnett• Considered very desirable forage for deer and birds as foliage or for seeds• It stays green until covered by snow Seeding Rate = 15 lbs. / acre

Chufa• Nut-like tuber that turkeys will dig up and eat• Prefers moderately well drained soil Seeding Rate = 40-50 lbs. / acre

Dwarf Forage Corn• Short stature corn with a low place ear attractive to most wildlife Seeding Rate = 10-15 lbs. / acre

Cow Peas• Warm season summer annual that grows quickly smothering weeds and providing forage Seeding Rate = 50-60 lbs. / acre

Flax• Produces forage for deer and late season cover for birds• Plant early in Spring in well drained soils Seeding Rate = 40-50 lbs. / acre

Wildlife Grain Sorghum• Excellent cover choice with late season grain production a good choice for turkeys and water fowl Seeding Rate = 15 lbs. / acre

Forage Soybeans• Deer love them, provides a good protein source in midsummer Seeding Rate = 75-100 lbs. / acre

Sunflowers• Excellent food and cover source for birds Seeding Rate = 15 lbs. / acre

Switchgrass• Excellent cover choice for all game animals• Care should be taken to prepare a good seed bed for better establishment Seeding Rate = 10-15 PLS lbs. / acre

Egyptian Wheat• Plants can reach 8-12’ tall and provide excellent screening cover and corridors for deer movement• High protein seed produced serves as great source of game bird food Seeding Rate = 20-30 lbs. / acre

Wildrice• A reseeding annual provides ripe seed in the fall in addition to an excellent hiding place among the tall growthfor all waterfowl, especially wood and black ducks• Must be planted in still standing water Seeding Rate = 30-50 lbs. / acre

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Summer, Fall & WinterWildlife Forage Feast....................................6, 20 & 50 lbs.

40% Dwarf Essex Forage Rape28% Improved Forage Rape 10% Improved Forage Kale 8% Appin Turnip 8% Pasja Hybrid Brassica 6% Swede (Rutabaga)

• A premier mix to draw whitetail deer and other wildlife for your viewing and hunting areas

• Also provides wildlife their critical carbohydrate fall diet needs


Big Buck Clover Mix ........................5, 20 & 50 lbs.

45% Jumbo Ladino Clover 25% Dynamite Red Clover 20% Domino White Clover 10% Oasis Chicory

• Big Buck Clover Mix is a unique blend of pre-inoculated clovers specifically adapted for foraging growth in the Northeast. Now with high yielding Oasis Chicory which provides reliable summer forage

• The year round foliage produced attracts white tail deer, turkey and many other species of wildlife


Wildlife Meadow Mix .......................... 5 & 20 lbs.

30% Jumbo Ladino Clover 30% Medium Red Clover 15% Alsike Clover 10% Creeping Red Fescue10% Duo Festulolium 5% Echelon Orchardgrass

• Wildlife Meadow Mix produces a nitrogen self-sufficient wildlife meadow to attract and feed deer, turkey, pheasant, grouse, and other small game


Game Bird Buffet .......................................20 & 50 lbs.

25% Wildlife Grain Sorghum (Milo) 25% Dwarf Sunflower 20% Japanese Millet 15% Dwarf Corn15% Buckwheat

• This mix is a unique blend of annual grain producing species that will grow to a height of 3 to 5 feet and provide quality feed and cover for turkey, pheasant, song birds, deer, and other wildlife.


Buck Chew ..............................................................20 & 50 lbs.

32% Preferred Forage Oats 30% Triticale 20% Barley 15% Italian Ryegrass 3% Crimson Clover

• A quick growing annual mix of small grains, higher sugar ryegrass and Crimson Clover

• An excellent mix for first year plots that produces highly palatable forage deer love

• Can be seeded in early spring for spring and summer grazing or late summer for early fall forage


Wildlife Habitat and Food PlotsIf your goal is to attract a trophy buck into your backyard or

provide food and cover for a wide range of wildlife, Preferred Seed wildlife mixtures and unusual seeds will

help maximize your results. We have selected our varieties and formulated our blends from the most attractive species,

extremely high in nutrition and specifically adapted to our Northeast United States region. Choose one of our proven

quality mixes or use any individual species of rare seeds to increase your own wildlife experiences.

Ask for a copy of our Wildlife Brochure for more information on seed selection

and planting information.

FOOD PLOT MIXES

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Preferred Seed .. Preferred Results

Preferred Seed Company, Inc. 575 Kennedy Road Buffalo NY 14227 877-417-7333

Food Plot Food Plot Fact SheetFact Sheet

Crop Lifecycle Seeding Rate -

lbs per acre (one acre = 43,560 sq.

ft)

Seeding Dates Planting Depth (inches) Ideal pH Mature Height

Alfalfa Perennial 18 – 20 alone 8 – 12 in a mix

Spring or Early to Mid August - Above

6.5 12 inches

Buckwheat Annual 48 – 60 June - July 1 - 2 Above 5.5 2 – 4 feet

Chicory Perennial 12 – 15 alone 4 – 8 in a mix

April – June or August

- Above

5.5 6 – 8 inches

Chufa Perennial 40 – 50 April – June 1 Above 5.5 1 – 3 feet

Clover Perennial 10 alone 6 – 8 in a mix Spring or August - Above

6.0 12 inches

Dwarf Corn Annual 10 - 15 April – June - 1 5.5 – 7 3 – 4 feet

Dwarf Sunflower Annual 15 April – June 1 5.7 - 8 2 – 4 feet

Grain Sorghum Annual 15 May – June 1 - 2 6 – 6.5 2 – 4 feet

Kale Annual 4 – 8 alone 2 in a mix

Early Spring – Mid July

- 5.5 – 6.5 1 – 2 feet

Oats Annual 64 – 96 Spring or Fall 1 – 1 5.5 – 7.5 2 – 4 feet

Peas Annual 50 – 60 Spring or Fall 1 - 2 Above 7.0 2 – 4 feet

Rape Annual 4 – 8 alone 2 in a mix May – June - Above

5.5 2 – 4 feet

Small Burnett Perennial 15 alone 1 – 4 in a mix April – May - 6.5 – 7.5 6 – 25 inches

Soybeans Annual 75 – 100 May – July 1 – 1 Above

6.0 4 – 5 feet

Sugar Beets Annual 10 April – June - 1 Above

6.5 1 – 2 feet

Turnip Annual 1 – 4 alone 1 in a mix

Early Spring or Mid-August - Late

Summer - 6 – 6.5 12 – 14 inches

Egyptian Wheat Annual 20 – 30 alone May – June 1 - 2 6 – 6.5 8 – 12 feet

Preferred Seed .. Preferred Results

Preferred Seed Company, Inc. 575 Kennedy Road Buffalo NY 14227 877-417-7333

Food Plot Food Plot Fact SheetFact Sheet

Crop Lifecycle Seeding Rate -

lbs per acre (one acre = 43,560 sq.

ft)

Seeding Dates Planting Depth (inches) Ideal pH Mature Height

Alfalfa Perennial 18 – 20 alone 8 – 12 in a mix

Spring or Early to Mid August - Above

6.5 12 inches

Buckwheat Annual 48 – 60 June - July 1 - 2 Above 5.5 2 – 4 feet

Chicory Perennial 12 – 15 alone 4 – 8 in a mix

April – June or August

- Above

5.5 6 – 8 inches

Chufa Perennial 40 – 50 April – June 1 Above 5.5 1 – 3 feet

Clover Perennial 10 alone 6 – 8 in a mix Spring or August - Above

6.0 12 inches

Dwarf Corn Annual 10 - 15 April – June - 1 5.5 – 7 3 – 4 feet

Dwarf Sunflower Annual 15 April – June 1 5.7 - 8 2 – 4 feet

Grain Sorghum Annual 15 May – June 1 - 2 6 – 6.5 2 – 4 feet

Kale Annual 4 – 8 alone 2 in a mix

Early Spring – Mid July

- 5.5 – 6.5 1 – 2 feet

Oats Annual 64 – 96 Spring or Fall 1 – 1 5.5 – 7.5 2 – 4 feet

Peas Annual 50 – 60 Spring or Fall 1 - 2 Above 7.0 2 – 4 feet

Rape Annual 4 – 8 alone 2 in a mix May – June - Above

5.5 2 – 4 feet

Small Burnett Perennial 15 alone 1 – 4 in a mix April – May - 6.5 – 7.5 6 – 25 inches

Soybeans Annual 75 – 100 May – July 1 – 1 Above

6.0 4 – 5 feet

Sugar Beets Annual 10 April – June - 1 Above

6.5 1 – 2 feet

Turnip Annual 1 – 4 alone 1 in a mix

Early Spring or Mid-August - Late

Summer - 6 – 6.5 12 – 14 inches

Egyptian Wheat Annual 20 – 30 alone May – June 1 - 2 6 – 6.5 8 – 12 feet

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Canada Wildrye• Establishes quickly in disturbed areas; used for soil stabilization• Provides food and cover for wildlife Seeding Rate = 10-15 PLS lbs. / acre

Virginia Wildrye• Used for soil stabilization and revegetation of wetlands; often found with Riverbank Wildrye • Provides food and cover for wildlife Seeding Rate = 10-15 PLS lbs. / acre

Riverbank Wildrye• A reclamation and conservation species used for soil stabilization; often mixed with Virginia Wildrye • Provides food and cover for wildlife Seeding Rate = 10-15 PLS lbs. / acre

Indiangrass• Good for erosion control, landscaping and roadside beautification• Provides food and cover for wildlife Seeding Rate = 8-10 PLS lbs. / acre

Little Bluestem• Good for upland meadows where sight lines are important; used for erosion control on droughty sites; provides forage for livestock• Provides food and cover for wildlife; grows with open exposed surfaces that host ground nesting pollinators Seeding Rate = 8-10 PLS lbs. / acre

Big Bluestem• Used for erosion control in sand and gravel pits, mine spoils and on roadsides; contributes to diversified biomass production; a high-quality livestock forage• Provides food and cover for wildlife Seeding Rate = 8-10 PLS lbs. / acre

Switchgrass• Designed for areas where wildlife cover is desired without frequent mowing Seeding Rate = 8-10 PLS lbs. / acre

Deertongue• Excellent for erosion control and revegetation of acid mine spoil and pipelines through wooded areas; a good component of a streambank stabilization mix Seeding Rate = 8-10 PLS lbs. / acre

Partridge Peas• A readily re-seeding annual in disturbed upland sites Seeding Rate = 6 lbs. / acre

Side Oats• A hardy warm season grass for upland meadows where sight lines are important; used for surface mine revegetation, erosion control and as a warm season companion crop• A high winter forage value for wildlife and livestock Seeding Rate = 10 PLS lbs. / acre

NATIVES

Above is a picture of Little Bluestem planted at 8 lbs. / acre

*Please call for other Native options*

WILDFLOWER POLLINATOR

Seed mixture designed for establishment of native pollinators and encouraging biodiversity, throughout the season, with specific blends of wildflowers to bloom throughout the year.

PS Pollinator Mixture: BLOOMING % OF MIX VARIETY SEASON 17-20% Butterfly Milkweed SU 17-20% Partridge Pea SU/F 11-14% Lanceleaf Coreopsis SP 11-14% Purple Coneflower SU/F 10-13% Maryland Senna SU 9-12% Common Sunflower SU/F 8-11% Blue Vervain F 1-3% Golden Alexanders SP 1-2% Licorice Scented Goldenrod F 1-2% Virginia Mountainmint LS

Total = 100%APPLICATION RATE = 8 LBS. / ACREA mix to bloom all season.

FORAGE POLLINATOR

Seed mixture designed for establishment of native pollinators and encouraging biodiversity, throughout the season, with specific blends of wildflowers to bloom throughout the year.

PS Forage Pollinator Mixture: BLOOMING % OF MIX VARIETY SEASON 50% Buckwheat SU 17% Crimson Clover SP/LS/F 13% Medium Red Clover SP/LS/F 8% Ladino Clover SP/LS/F 8% Yellow Blossom SU Sweet Clover 4% Alsike Clover SP/LS/F

Total = 100%APPLICATION RATE = 24 LBS. / ACREA mix to bloom all season.

HARVEST SELECT BLOOMING SEASON KEYSummer = SUSpring = SP

Late Summer = LSFall = F

ESTABLISHMENT GUIDELINESApply herbicide to control unwanted vegetation. Persistent perennial weeds may take several applications. Remove dead organic material to ensure good seed to soil contact. Check soil pH and make necessary adjustments. Hand seed, broadcast or hydroseed is suggested as soon as possible following construction. Due to latent fertility, do not use fertilizer. General weed control maintenance is suggested due to perennial weed invasion.

Choose from one of our specialized mixes or allow us to help you design a custom mix based on your purposes and variable conditions. Individual species are also available.

Call or visit our office for our specific recommendations.

The Native and Naturalized seeding rates listed are based on optimum soil conditions, perfect site preparation, precise planting technique and proper maintenance schedules. Seedings established with conditions other than these are considered plantings made in adverse environmental conditions. In our view, almost all jobs that require Native and Naturalized seeds will not meet the strict criteria listed above and will be considered to have adverse environmental conditions. In all adverse environmental conditions seeding rates should be doubled and a seasonal nurse crop should accompany the planting.

We recommend using nurse crops with Natives and Wildflower MixturesSpring/Summer Application Rate = 25-50 lbs. / acre of Oats

Fall/Winter Application Rate = 25-50 lbs. / acre of Winter Rye

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TURF SEED MIXES

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Cornell Classic MixMeets the Cornell University Specifications for a High Quality Upstate New York Lawn.

25% Award Kentucky Bluegrass20% Rhapsody Kentucky Bluegrass20% Bedazzled Kentucky Bluegrass20% Paragon GLR Perennial Ryegrass15% Nanook Hard Fescue

SEEDING RATE: 3#/1,000 SQ. FT. SIZE: 25# BAG, 5/10# POLY, 12/3# POLY, 24/1# POLY

50/50 Fairway/Sports Supreme MixIdeal for short-cut golf course fairways, roughs and elite sports fields.

50% Blend of Paragon GLR, Green Supreme & GLR & Infusion GLX Perennial Ryegrass20% Rhapsody Kentucky Bluegrass15% Bedazzled Kentucky Bluegrass15% Award Kentucky Bluegrass

SEEDING RATE: 4#/1,000 SQ. FT. SIZE: 25# BAG

50/50 Sports/Sunny Mix Recommended for sunny areas and athletic fields.

50% Blend of Brooklawn, Bonaire & SR 2100 Kentucky Bluegrass50% Blend of Pangea GLR, Paragon GLR & Infusion GLX Perennial Ryegrass

SEEDING RATE: 4#/1,000 SQ. FT. SIZE: 50# BAG, 25# BAG, 5/10# POLY, 12/3# POLY, 24/1# POLY

Trio Supreme Mix Improved drought tolerance and disease resistance over Trio.

34% Blend of Aspire, Paragon GLR & Infusion GLX Perennial Ryegrass33% Blend of Intrigue Chewings Fescue, Gibraltar Gold CRF & Nanook Hard Fescue33% Blend of Brooklawn, Bonaire & SR 2100 Kentucky Bluegrass SEEDING RATE: 5#/1,000 SQ. FT.SIZE: 25# BAG, 5/10# POLY, 12/3# POLY, 24/1# POLY

Trio Mix Our most popular mix. Combination for sun and shade areas.

34% Blend of Aspire, Paragon GLR & Green Supreme Perennial Ryegrass33% Boreal Creeping Red Fescue33% Kenblue Kentucky Bluegrass


Reliable Mix Quicker establishment than Trio Mix.

50% Blend of Aspire, Pangea GLR & Green Supreme Perennial Ryegrass25% Kenblue Kentucky Bluegrass25% Boreal Creeping Red Fescue

SEEDING RATE: 6#/1,000 SQ. FT. SIZE: 50# BAG, 25# BAG

Kwik Green Mix Improved germination for non-irrigated seedings.

50% Blend of Evening Shade, Patriot 4 & Laredo 2 Perennial Ryegrass20% Annual Ryegrass15% Boreal Creeping Red Fescue15% Kenblue Kentucky Bluegrass

SEEDING RATE: 6#/1,000 SQ. FT. SIZE: 50# BAG, 25# BAG

Par Four Perennial Rye Blend Recommended for over-seeding.

25% Pangea GLR Perennial Ryegrass25% Aspire Perennial Ryegrass25% Infusion GLX Perennial Ryegrass25% Green Supreme Perennial Ryegrass

SEEDING RATE: 7#/1,000 SQ. FT. SIZE: 25# BAG, 5/10# POLY, 12/3# POLY, 24/1# POLY

Practice Tee Divot Mix For quick establishment and self repair potential.

25% Pangea GLR Perennial Ryegrass25% Aspire Perennial Ryegrass 20% Sideways Perennial Ryegrass 20% Infusion GLX Perennial Ryegrass10% Creeping Bentgrass


Golf Low-Gro Mix Improved playability and erosion control.

30% Nanook Hard Fescue25% Marco Polo Sheep Fescue25% Quatro Sheep Fescue20% Palmetto Turf Type Annual Ryegrass


Low-Gro Mix Low maintenance, low growing.

30% Nanook Hard Fescue25% Marco Polo Sheep Fescue25% Quatro Sheep Fescue20% Intrigue Chewings Fescue


Summer Green Supreme Mix Drought, wear, and salt tolerance with a Kentucky Bluegrass appearance.

20% Cochise IV Tall Fescue 20% Rebounder Tall Fescue 20% 4th Millennium Tall Fescue 15% Essential Tall Fescue 10% Green Supreme Perennial Ryegrass 10% Palmetto Turf Type Annual Ryegrass 5% SR 2100 Kentucky Bluegrass


Shady Supreme Mix The shade problem solver.

25% Intrigue Chewings Fescue 25% Gibraltar Gold Creeping Red Fescue 20% Nanook Hard Fescue20% Aspire Perennial Ryegrass 10% Improved Poa Trivialis

SEEDING RATE: 4#/1,000 SQ. FT.SIZE: 25# BAG, 5/10# POLY, 12/3# POLY, 24/1# POLY

Shady Mix Inexpensive shady mix.

35% Boreal Creeping Red Fescue35% Chewings Fescue30% Aspire Perennial Ryegrass SEEDING RATE: 6#/1,000 SQ. FT.SIZE: 25# BAG, 5/10# POLY, 12/3# POLY, 24/1# POLY

Landscape Mix Inexpensive lawn option.

40% Annual Ryegrass25% Perennial Ryegrass25% Creeping Red Fescue10% 98/85 Kentucky Bluegrass SEEDING RATE: 7#/1,000 SQ. FT.SIZE: 25# BAG, 5/10# POLY, 12/3# POLY

Contractors Mix Quick cover on disturbed sites.

70% Annual Ryegrass20% Perennial Ryegrass10% Creeping Red FescueSEEDING RATE: 7#/1,000 SQ. FT.SIZE: 50# BAG

Conservation MixFor reclamation sites.

25% Tall Fescue 20% Annual Ryegrass 20% Timothy 18% Creeping Red Fescue10% Perennial Ryegrass 3% Forage Kentucky Bluegrass 2% White Clover 2% Birdsfoot Trefoil SEEDING RATE: 3#/1,000 SQ. FT. RECLAMATION SITES6#/1,000 SQ. FT. NEW LAWNSSIZE: 50# BAG, 25# BAG

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PLANTING DATE GUIDELINES FOR THE NORTHEAST

Dates are only a guideline evaluate weather, soil, and forecasted conditions to determine best planting dates each year

Warm Season Summer Final Fall Planting Dates for Final Fall Planting Dates for Annual Planting Window Cover Crops in the Slow Establishing Brassica Family Forage Crops Sorghum, Sudangrass, Daikon Radish, Mustard, Alfalfa, Birdsfoot Trefoil, Teff Grass Turnips Reed Canarygrass June 1 - July 5 July 31 July 20

June 1 - July 5 August 1 July 25

June 1 - July 5 August 10 August 1

May 25 - July 15 August 20 August 10

May 20 - July 15 September 1 August 15

May 10 - August 1 September 10 August 25

May 1 - August 10 September 20 September 1

May 1 - August 10 October 1 September 15 Always wait until Soil Young seedlings of these Temperature is at least 60°F. crops are very freeze sensitive. Planting should be done at least 8 weeks before a killing frost.

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Recommended Seeding Rate*

SEEDING SEEDING RATE/LB RATE/LB PLANTING DAYS PER ACRE PER ACRE SEEDS BAG SIZE DEPTH TO LBS./ ALONE IN MIXTURE PER LB. (LB.) (INCHES) GERMINATE** BUSHEL

Alfalfa 18-24 8-16 199000 50 1/4-1/2 3-7 60 Barley 120-196 14300 48 1/2-2 7-14 48 Birdsfoot Trefoil 10-13 3-10 372000 50 1/4-1/2 7-14 Bluegrass, Kentucky - Pasture 18-25 5-10 2200000 50 1/2-1 14-28 Bluestem, Big 8-10 PLS* 144000 - 1/2 14-28 Bluestem, Little 8-10 PLS* 4 PLS* 200000 - 1/2 14-28 Brome Grass, Smooth 16-18 6-10 13600 50 1/4-1/2 14-21 Buckwheat 45-65 **15-25 15000 50 1-1/2-2 7-14 50 Canola 4-6 1 200000 50 1/4-1/2 5-10 Chicory 12-15 4-8 425000 - 1/4-1/2 7-14 Clovers - Alsike 3-4 653000 50 1/4-1/2 7-14 60 Clovers - Crimson 10-18 252000 50 1/4-1/2 7-14 60 Clovers - Ladino 10-14 2-5 252000 50 1/4-1/2 10-14 60 Clovers - Medium Red 10-15 4-8 252000 50 1/4-1/2 7-14 60 Clovers - Mammoth Red 8-12 252000 50 1/4-1/2 7-14 60 Clovers - Sweet-Hulled 10-12 240000 50 1/4-1/2 7-14 60 Clovers - White 10-14 2-5 784000 50 1/4-1/2 10-20 60 Crownvetch 20-25 10-12 140000 - 1/4-1/2 14-21 Deertongue 12-15 15-20 280000 - 1/4-1/2 14-28 Duo Festulolium 32-44 4-19 227000 50 1/4-1/2 3-7 Fescue, Tall-Forage/Conservation 35-50 2-15 230000 50 1/4-1/2 14-21 Field Peas-Canada 70-90 50 2400 50 1-2 7-14 Flatpea 20-25 8000 - 1/4-1/2 6-14 Kale, Forage 4-8 2 144000 - 1/4-1/2 15-10 Lespedeza, Korean-Hulled 20-30 238000 50 1/4-1/2 14-21 Lespedeza, Serica-Hulled 30-40 350000 50 1/4-1/2 14-21 Millets 15-30 85000 50 1/4-1/2 7-14 Oats 96 32-64 16200 64 1-1 1/2 7-14 32 Orchardgrass 18-25 4-8 653000 50 1/4-1/2 18-25 14 Peas and Oats 100-125 75-100 9200 50 1/2-1 7-14 Peas and Triticale 100-125 75-100 14000 50 1/2-1 7-14 Rape, Forage 4-8 2 145000 - 1/4-1/2 5-10 Reed Canarygrass 18 3-10 562000 50 1/4-1/2 21-28 Ryegrass, Annual Forage 25-50 230000 50 1/4-1/2 5-10 Ryegrass, Perennial-Hay 30-45 2-10 230000 50 1/4-1/2 7-14 Ryegrass, Perennial-Pasture 30-45 2-15 230000 50 1/4-1/2 7-14 Rye, For Grain 112-168 15000 56 1/4-1/2 6-10 56 Rye, For Pasture/Cover Crop 140-168 15000 50 1-1 1/2 6-10 Sorghum X Sudangrass Hybrid 50-65 21000 50 1-1 1/2 10-14 Sorghum, Forage 15 150000 50 1-1 1/2 7-14 Sorghum, Grain 15 22000 50 1-1 1/2 7-14 56 Soybeans, Forage 75-100 2500 50 1-1 1/2 7-14 60 Soybeans, Grain 60-90 2500 50 1-1 1/2 7-14 60Spelt 120-150 50 1-1 1/2 10-14 40 Sudangrass, Pasture/Hay 35 44000 50 1-1 1/2 10-14 40 Swedes 1 1/2-2 190000 - 1/4-1/2 5-10 Switchgrass 8-10 PLS* 370000 - 1/2 21-28 Teff Grass (coated) 8-10 650000 50 1/8-1/4 4-5 Timothy 10-15 3-8 1234000 50 1/4-1/2 10-20 45 Turnips, Pasture 1-4 1 190000 - 1/4-1/2 5-10 Vetch, Winter (Hairy) 20-30 21000 50 1-1 1/2 14-21 Weeping Lovegrass 1 1482000 - 1/4-1/2 14-21 Wheat 120-180 15000 50 1-1 1/2 7-14 60

PLS* = Pure Live Seed** = Cover Crop

*Seeding Rates are related to the condition of the seed bed, method of seeding and timing of seeding. Therefore recommended seeding rates are for average conditions.

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