Lolium perenne
Diamond T
Diamond T tetraploid annual ryegrass was developed by OreGro research to provide a high quality, high yielding variety with world-wide adaptability. Currently used on five continents, Diamond T has proven to be an excellent short-term annual that provides forage for increased meat and milk production. High palatability with high animal intake yields more profits per acre for the livestock producer. Whether for pasture, hay, or silage, Diamond T is a proven winner that will be an asset in your forage program.
Key features
- High-quality, high yielding variety
- Adapted to ryegrass areas worldwide
- Excellent short-term annual
- High palatability
- Adapted to a wide range of soil types
Segment
Forage
Category
Ryegrass
Species
Ryegrass, Annual
Sci. Name
Lolium perenne
Botanical Name
Annual
Emergence (Days)
7
Maturity
Early Medium
Ploidy
Tetraploid
Winter Hardiness
N/A
Approx. Seeds/Kg.
499400
Approx. Seeds/Lb.
227,000
Seeding Depth (cm)
0.635
Seeding Depth (Inches)
1/4
Seeding Rate - Alone/New (Kg./Hectare)
23-45
Seeding Rate - Alone/New (Lbs./Acre)
20-40
Planting Times
Spring, Late Summer-Early Fall
Seeding Rate - Mixes (Kg./Hectare)
11-17
Seeding Rate - Mixes (Lbs./Acre)
10-15
Livestock
Alpaca/Llama ,
Cattle ,
Goats ,
Horses ,
Sheep
Usage
Hay ,
Silage ,
Pasture ,
Cover Crop ,
Erosion Control