Description

Stampede CM142 Perennial Ryegrass is a brand-new, diploid perennial ryegrass from Cropmark Seeds derived from the most high performing and persistent genetics available.

Stampede suits farmers needing a high-yield, long-term pasture with strong autumn rebound and reliable growth in winter and early spring, plus multi-year insect resilience. With high tiller density and being late heading, Stampede delivers dense, digestible forage that optimises your grazing days, ensuring livestock have consistent access to high-quality feed throughout the season.

Featuring the new CM142 endophyte, it combines the highest animal safety rating with strong insect protection, ensuring quality feed and supporting stock health. Read more about the innovative CM142 endophyte from Cropmark Seeds here: 

Benefits

• Robust Insect Protection: Paired with CM142 endophyte, it ensures effective pest protection for long-term performance.
• Highest Animal Safety Rating (++++): Compatible with a high level of animal performance. Very unlikely to cause ryegrass staggers or heat stress.
• Cool-Season Growth: Provides dependable feed through winter and early spring, crucial for pasture cover at lambing & calving.
• Excellent Rust Resistance: Maintains pasture health, palatability and nutritive value.
• Regional Adaptability: Bred for diverse climates, ensuring reliable performance across various regions.
• Quick Establishment: Strong early seedling vigour meaning fast establishment for thicker, healthier pastures that last under various conditions.
• Sustainable Pasture Management: With lasting persistence, Stampede reduces reseeding frequency, optimising pasture management costs.

VATBUSTER and custom mixes
VATBUSTER is a premium high performance pasture seed mix featuring high class varieties including Stampede CM142, plus persistent white and red clovers. The addition of clovers such as Mantra White Clover and Reaper Red Clover increases the quality of feed and once established they can fix free atmospheric nitrogen back onto your farm.

Sheep & Beef
Stampede is perfectly suited to sheep and beef systems, delivering maximum pasture growth during peak demand periods, such as pre-weaning, when ewes and lambs need high-quality feed. Bred from robust, high-performing parents, Stampede combines exceptional persistence with durability, making it a long-lasting and reliable option for any farm.

Dairy
Stampede thrives in Australian dairy systems. Its densely tillered diploid structure supports legume compatibility while ensuring top-tier pasture growth throughout the dairy calendar. Stampede is equipped with the cutting-edge CM142 Endophyte, offering strong insect protection and performance.

Stampede CM142 Tech Sheet

CM142 Endophyte – Proven efficacy and animal health safety