Medicago sativa
FF 54HG25
Fall Dormancy: 4
Winter Hardiness: 2
Disease Rating Index: 34/35
StandFast FastGrowth Rating: TBD
54HG25 is a high-yield potential brand featuring Hi-Gest technology. Developed through conventional plant breeding, this brand offers improved fiber digestibility and enhances animal performance, along with greater harvest flexibility compared to traditional varieties.
The Forage First® 5 Series by DLF features high-quality alfalfa varieties, continuing the legacy of previous seed suppliers. With proven genetics and exceptional yield, quality, and digestibility, it supports dairy and livestock production, backed by expert support and innovative research.
Hi-Gest® alfalfa is conventionally bred for enhanced fiber digestibility and forage quality, resulting in improved animal intake and increased milk or meat production. The elite genetics include a high leaf-to-stem ratio, more crude protein, and added flexibility on the farm as growers can choose to delay harvest and increase yield potential without sacrificing quality.
Key features
- Hi-Gest alfalfa technology
- Very good forage yield
- Very good forage quality
- Very good winterhardiness
- Demonstrates harvest flexibility
General Characteristics
Plant Characteristics
Seeding Information
Pest and Disease Resistance
| % Resistant Plants | Resistance Class | Class Abbreviation |
|---|---|---|
| > 50 % | High Resistance | HR |
| 31 – 50 % | Resistant | R |
| 15 – 30 % | Moderate Resistance | MR |
| 6 – 14 % | Low Resistance | LR |
| < 5 % | Susceptible | S |
StandFast FastGrowth ratings are calculated from weekly measurements of varieties grown side‑by‑side from green‑up to harvest through the growing season. Expressed as average centimeters of growth per day.
| Average cm / day | Growth Rating |
|---|---|
| > 2.20 | Very Fast |
| > 2.00 | Fast |
| > 1.80 | Average |
| > 1.60 | Slow |
| < 1.60 | Very Slow |