Medicago sativa
Magnum 8/Wet
Fall Dormancy: 4.0
Winter Survival: 2.5
Disease Rating Index: 35/35
StandFast FastGrowth Rating: 1.96
Magnum 8/Wet represents the latest advancement in branch-rooted non-hybrid alfalfa genetics, designed specifically for optimal performance in wet conditions. In the seeding year, Magnum 8-Wet grows aggressively, demonstrating impressive yield potential and stand persistency, making it a reliable choice for producers looking to maximize their forage output.
Key features
- Latest release of branch-rooted non-hybrid genetics
- Grows very aggressively in seeding year
- Great yield potential in challenging wet soils
- Excellent yield potential
- Adapted for 4-5 cut management systems
General Characteristics
Segment
Forage
Species
Alfalfa
Sci. Name
Medicago sativa
Plant Characteristics
Stem Thickness
Thin
Multifoliate (MF) Leaf Expression Frequency
Trifoliate
Cutting System
4-5
Emergence (Days)
7
Growth Habit, Spring
Semi-Prostrate
Root Characteristics
Root Type
Creeping
Seeding Information
Approx. Seeds/Lb.
227000
Approx. Seeds/Kg.
500000
Seeding Rate - Alone/New (Kg./Hectare)
17-23
Seeding Rate - Alone/New (Lbs./Acre)
15-20
Seeding Rate - Mixes (Kg./Hectare)
7-15
Seeding Rate - Mixes (Lbs./Acre)
6-12
Pest and Disease Resistance
Bacterial Wilt
Highly Resistant
Fusarium Wilt
Highly Resistant
Verticillium Wilt
Highly Resistant
Anthracnose (Race 1)
Highly Resistant
Anthracnose (Race 5)
Not Tested
Phytopthora Root Rot
Highly Resistant
Aphanomyces Root Rot (Race 1)
Highly Resistant
Aphanomyces Root Rot (Race 2)
Highly Resistant
Aphanomyces Root Rot (Enhanced)
Not Tested
Pea Aphid
Moderately Resistant
Blue Alfalfa Aphid
Resistant
Cowpea Aphid
Resistant
Spotted Alfalfa Aphid
Resistant
Potato Leafhopper
Not Tested
Stem Nematode
Resistant
Northern Root Knot Nematode
Not Tested
| % 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 |