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SEEDS & SCIENCE BY DESIGN

Founded in 1906 by Danish grass seed farmers, we’ve quietly grown our business in North America by attracting and bonding with those who share our common, century-old belief; the best crop results begin with the best seed.  

Developing, producing and distributing higher-quality seed is an endless pursuit embraced by everyone who works for, or with DLF. It’s a unifying purpose which transcends geography and connects our people, brands and businesses across North America and beyond.

 

 

Wholesale Forage

Pro Turf

La Crosse Seed

Farm & Home

Wholesale Brands

Our Wholesale division sells forage, turf and other seed products under the DLF and Seed Research brands to wholesale distributors domestically and to more than 80 countries globally.

Consumer Brands

Our Consumer Products division sells a variety of retail products under the DLF, Deer Creek Seed and X-Seed brands, as well as many private label brands and co-packaged products.

Distribution Brands

La Crosse Seed sells various seed products – forage, turf, cover crop, food plot, natives, reclamation – to agriculture retailers, co-ops, municipalities, facility managers, landscapers, farmers and other U.S. customers.

DISCOVER OUR LATEST SEED INNOVATION

A new seed enhancement solution developed with environmental sustainability in mind, created specifically for turf and forage applications.

Dairy and Livestock Seed

DLF is a proven leader in developing high-quality forage grass and legume varieties that are adapted to diverse climatic and soil conditions.

Featured brands:

 

 

Featured species:

  • Alfalfa
  • Tall fescue with novel endophyte 
  • Orchardgrass 
  • Annual ryegrass

Natural Turfgrass

DLF features a full range of turfgrass products for home lawns, golf courses, sports fields, sod production, landscaping, and public spaces.

Featured brands:

 

Featured species:

  • Perennial ryegrass
  • Creeping bentgrass
  • Tall fescue
  • Kentucky bluegrass

Elite Alfalfa Genetics

DLF alfalfa breeders work with the most diverse germplasm in the industry. Our multiple genetic pools contain all the traits needed to create a world class alfalfa seed product.

Featured brands:

 

Featured species:

  • Alfalfa

Latest news

Seed World Visits DLF's New Facility in Oregon
12/10/2024

Seed World Visits DLF's New Facility in Oregon

DLF's new seed enhancement and operations facility in Albany, Oregon is featured in this month's issue of Seed World! The article highlights how DLF is setting the bar for innovation and operational excellence in the seed industry. Read more

Dr. Brilman Awarded the Spirit Award
11/19/2024

Dr. Brilman Awarded the Spirit Award

On November 11, 2024, the Turfgrass Breeders Association presented Dr. Leah Brilman with the Spirit Award in recognition of her outstanding leadership and lifelong dedication to the turfgrass industry. Read more

DLF Releases Annual Report
10/29/2024

DLF Releases Annual Report

Søren Halbye, CEO, presented our 2023/24 Annual Report during DLF's General Meeting in Nyborg, Denmark. Read more

Seed Research of Oregon Transitions to Seed Research by DLF
10/23/2024

Seed Research of Oregon Transitions to Seed Research by DLF

The Seed Research of Oregon® brand has officially transitioned to Seed Research by DLF™. This strategic change is part of a broader initiative by DLF to unify its brand presence across North America. The shorter name, Seed Research, is already widely recognized among turf industry professionals, and the endorsement of DLF connects the popular brand to the global leader in turf and forage seed. Read more

The Beauty of DLF Genetics Stands Out at Black Desert
10/7/2024

The Beauty of DLF Genetics Stands Out at Black Desert

This week, the PGA Tour makes its long-awaited return to Utah for the Black Desert Championship, a new addition to the Tour’s FedEx Cup Fall series. This landmark event marks the first time a PGA Tour competition will be held in the Beehive State since the Utah Open Invitational in 1963. The championship is part of a four-year partnership with Black Desert Resort and is set against the stunning backdrop of Ivins, just 40 miles from Zion National Park. Read more

DLF Shines at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show
9/23/2024

DLF Shines at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show

DLF Canada made a significant impact at this year’s Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show, marking its presence with a new, larger plot area inside the main gates. The prime location, directly across from the main parking areas, drew substantial attention and foot traffic, creating an engaging atmosphere throughout the three-day event. Read more

DLF Facility Featured in Seed Today
8/19/2024

DLF Facility Featured in Seed Today

DLF's new seed enhancement facility in Albany, Oregon is featured in the current issue of Seed Today! As Neil Douglas, EVP of North America, explains, "This is more than a new building - it's a step toward shaping a brighter, more sustainable future for our industry." Read more

DLF Success Recognized at Primera Meeting
7/26/2024

DLF Success Recognized at Primera Meeting

DLF’s U.S. Professional Turf team took home some excellent hardware during the closing ceremony of this year's Primera Annual Meeting in Dallas, Texas! Read more

Introducing 4Most Seed Enhancement
7/23/2024

Introducing 4Most Seed Enhancement

DLF is excited to present 4Most Seed Enhancement By DLF, a new seed enhancement solution developed with environmental sustainability in mind, created specifically for turf and forage applications. Read more

A Bentgrass Tradition Renewed at Colonial
5/22/2024

A Bentgrass Tradition Renewed at Colonial

The PGA Tour heads to Fort Worth, Texas this week for the Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial Country Club, the longest-running Tour event at the same venue. Colonial will unveil its impressive $20 million course restoration that includes new state-of-the-art greens seeded with OO7XL Creeping Bentgrass, the most genetically advanced bentgrass variety available today. It's a fitting tribute to the vision of Colonial's founder who pioneered bentgrass greens in North Texas ninety years ago. Read more

Global Superstar Lionel Messi Visits Arrowhead
4/9/2024

Global Superstar Lionel Messi Visits Arrowhead

GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium will host a high-profile soccer match on DLF turf on April 13th at 7:30 p.m. Central, as Sporting KC hosts Lionel Messi-led Inter Miami CF. Read more

Lone Star State Hosts PGA Events on DLF Grass
3/22/2024

Lone Star State Hosts PGA Events on DLF Grass

For the next two weeks, the PGA TOUR will be playing on turf supplied by DLF. Both tournaments will be aired on NBC and the Golf Channel. Read more

Wall-to-wall DLF grass at The Players Championship
3/13/2024

Wall-to-wall DLF grass at The Players Championship

DLF's impossibly green grass is in the spotlight again this week as the best professional golfers in the world compete for The Player's Championship at the TPC Sawgrass Stadium Course in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. Read more

Joe Kelich Named Conservationist of the Year
2/20/2024

Joe Kelich Named Conservationist of the Year

Joe Kelich, a Regional Sales Manager at DLF, was recognized for his many years of land conservation by the Tipton County Soil & Water Conservation District during their annual business meeting on February 12, 2024. Read more

America's Best New Courses Use DLF Seed
2/19/2024

America's Best New Courses Use DLF Seed

For the second year in a row, DLF creeping bentgrasses (a.k.a. Super Bents™) were planted on Golf Digest's #1 and #2 Best New Public Courses, in addition to the #2 Best New Private Course. Read more

GROW WITH US

With more than 2,200 employees across 65 locations, we offer an international workplace and a variety of career options.

EXPANSIVE PRESENCE

Our footprint in North America stretches coast-to-coast, encompassing seed production hubs, research stations and a network of distribution centers ready to deliver excellence to your doorstep