Medicago sativa

AFX 579

AFX 579

AFX 579 Hi-Ton Alfalfa Seed is designed for growers focused on maximizing dry matter yield per acre through aggressive management and harvesting practices. This fast-growing variety significantly reduces the time between harvests by 3 to 5 days, optimizing seasonal yield and productivity. Equipped with a strong, multi-pest resistance package, AFX 579 protects your rapidly growing alfalfa plants in high-production areas utilizing fall dormancy 4 and 5 alfalfas. Its very early harvest maturity allows it to reach late bud or early flower stages 3 to 5 days ahead of most dormant varieties. With its quick green-up after harvest and accelerated growth to maturity, AFX 579 is an excellent choice for growers aiming for multiple cuts each season.

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Key features

  • For growers who aggressively manage and harvest alfalfa
  • FastGrowth ability shaves 3 to 5 days off the time between harvests
  • Strong, multiple-pest package
  • Fast-growing alfalfa plants
  • Suited for fall dormancy 4 and 5 areas

Segment Forage
Category Legume
Species Alfalfa
Sci. Name Medicago sativa
Anthracnose (Race 1) Highly Resistant
Aphanomyces Root Rot (Race 1) Highly Resistant
Aphanomyces Root Rot (Race 2) Resistant
Bacterial Wilt Highly Resistant
Blue Alfalfa Aphid Resistant
Cowpea Aphid Resistant
Fall Dormancy 4
Fusarium Wilt Highly Resistant
Multifoliate (MF) Leaf Expression Frequency 49%
Northern Root Knot Nematode Resistant
Pea Aphid Resistant
Phytopthora Root Rot Highly Resistant
Spotted Alfalfa Aphid Resistant
Stem Nematode Highly Resistant
Verticillium Wilt Highly Resistant
Winter Survival Rating 3.5
Approx. Seeds/Lb. 227000
Seeding Depth (Inches) 1/4-1/2
Seeding Rate - Alone/New (Lbs./Acre) 18-25
Planting Times Spring, Fall
Seeding Rate - Mixes (Lbs./Acre) 15-20
Livestock Bee/Pollinator , Cattle , Deer , Goats , Hogs , Horses , Poultry , Sheep
Usage Hay , Silage , Pasture , Wildlife , Cover Crop , Pollinator Friendly