Medicago sativa
FF Premium Brand
FF Premium Alfalfa is a thoughtfully curated brand of proprietary alfalfa varieties, specifically chosen for their adaptability to regional growing conditions. This premium selection is ideal for growers seeking a high-quality option at a moderate price point, ensuring excellent value without compromising performance. With a balanced establishment rate, this variety is designed to thrive in a range of environments, offering robust growth and resilience. This alfalfa variety demonstrates high winter hardiness, exceptional palatability and yield potential, medium drought tolerance, and a high grazing tolerance.
Key features
- Solid performance at a modest price
- Improved disease resistance
- Widely adapted
- Total DRI 28/30
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)
Not Rated
Bacterial Wilt
Highly Resistant
Cutting System
3-5
Disease Resistance Index (DRI)
30/30
Emergence (Days)
14
Fall Dormancy
3
Fusarium Wilt
Highly Resistant
Pea Aphid
Not Rated
Phytopthora Root Rot
Highly Resistant
Potato Leafhopper
Not Rated
Verticillium Wilt
Highly Resistant
Winter Survival Rating
2
Approx. Seeds/Lb.
227000
Seeding Depth (Inches)
1/4 (fine textured soil); 1/2 (sandy soil)
Seeding Rate - Alone/New (Lbs./Acre)
15-20
Planting Times
Spring, Fall
Seeding Rate - Mixes (Lbs./Acre)
8-10
Livestock
Bee/Pollinator ,
Cattle ,
Deer ,
Goats ,
Hogs ,
Horses ,
Poultry ,
Sheep
Usage
Hay ,
Silage ,
Pasture ,
Wildlife ,
Cover Crop ,
Pollinator Friendly ,
Erosion Control ,
Emergency Forage