CELEUS

SMALL GRAIN LEGUMES / SAINFOIN

Onobrychis viciifolia Purpose.

A poliannual feed grass for fodder especially during springtime

Fast growth renewal

2-3 cuts per year

Hay is easy to digest and very high in proteins

Good frost and drought tolerance

Adaptable to different types of soils, even dry and poor ones

An excellent substitute to alfalfa in hills, foothills

It is generally cultivated alone, but sometimes it can be associated with other varieties, such as alfalfa

The varietal parameters may differ from those indicated here when the testing circumstances differ from quondam.

SOWING RATE

Recommended sowing rate: 60-80 kg/ha

Recommended sowing rate when growing green manure: 70-90 kg/ha