Description
Manta Italian Ryegrass is the latest diploid Italian ryegrass from DLF Seeds. Manta Italian Ryegrass has explosive establishment speed being the fastest starting genetics we have seen to date. This fast establishment allows farmers to plant with confidence, growing quick feed before winter sets in.
Manta has strong cool season growth with excellent spring yields; being Agricom’s highest yielding diploid Italian means more grass grown for meat, milk and hay production. Trialled, tested and commercialised in Australia based on Australian data and Australian conditions.
- Fast establishment speed
- Good cool season growth
- Large leaf compared to other diploid Italians
- Impressive spring growth and high total dry matter production
- Versatile performer across all Australian temperate ryegrass region
Variety | Manta Italian Ryegrass |
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Species | Italian Ryegrass |
Ploidy | Diploid |
Sowing rate | 25-40 kg/ha |
Sowing rate (mix) | 20-25kg/ha with legume component |
Heading Date | Late +19 days to Nui=0 |
Winter activity | Very high |
Minimum rainfall | 500mm |
Unit size | 25kg, 1000kg |