Description
Forge NEA is a hybrid ryegrass developed by Barenbrug, designed to persist for 3 to 4 years. It is suitable for various ryegrass systems and offers improved performance over some perennial options. Forge NEA provides exceptional winter and early spring yield.
Forge NEA is well-suited for farmers looking for a flexible ryegrass option that balances production and persistence. While it may not match the longevity of traditional perennials, it delivers strong seasonal growth, particularly in the cooler months, making it a practical choice for short-to-medium-term pasture systems. Its hybrid nature allows it to establish quickly and provide reliable forage, supporting grazing systems that require a steady feed supply through winter and early spring.
- 3-5 year pasture for highest productivity temperate systems
- Use pattern sits between 2-3 year hybrids such as Shogun and perennials such as 4front
- Temperate higher rainfall zone (>700mm) or irrigation
- Tetraploid grass component in a high-performance ryegrass/clover pasture
Variety | Forge |
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Species | Hybrid Ryegrass |
Endophyte | NEA |
Sowing rate | 25-35 kg/ha |
Sowing depth | 5-10mm |
Heading Date | Mid +11 days to Nui=0 |
Ploidy | Tetraploid |
Pasture life | 3-4 years |
Unit size | 25kg, 1000kg |