Velimasal (Hedge Lucerne) Fodder Seeds

Velimasal (hedge lucerne, Desmanthus) is a perennial legume fodder – sow once and cut every 50 days for cattle, goats and sheep.

Sowing guide (per acre)

Crop timeline

1. Day 0 – Treat & sow: Hot water 80°C for 5 min
2. Day 90 – First cut: About 3 months
3. +50 days – Next cuts: Every 50 days
4. 1 year – Up to 7 cuts: About 50 t / acre

Why grow it

1. Big yearly yield – About 50 tonnes of green fodder per acre a year.
2. Perennial – One sowing gives cuts every 50 days.
3. Legume fodder – Leafy fodder for cattle, goats and sheep.
4. Easy to start – Hot-water treat, soak overnight, then sow.

Pack

Seeds for sowing – not for eating. Variety, lot number, germination and purity are printed on the bag tag. Figures follow TNAU crop recommendations; results vary with soil, water and season. Product images are 3D renders.