Peak Forage Products, LLC products

Annual ryegrass is one of the best choices for a fall planted cover crop because of its versatility, ease of establishment, amazing root system, and incredible nutrient scavenging abilities. It is an excellent soil builder, great at erosion control and weed suppression. The massive root system can add 5000 - 9000 lbs of organic material per acre, growing down to 54 inches, providing channels for air, water, and following crop root systems. Farmers have reported corn root zones down to nearly 5 feet following ryegrass.

Alfalfa is the forage base of many farms across the Midwest. It is a legume that can fix most of its own nitrogen, it is deep rooted to give drought tolerance, and it grows pretty well during the hotter part of the summer. Due to the pressures of the rotation schedule on many farms today, typically, alfalfa stands are only in production for three or four years. It is important to get all the yield possible in this short time and it is these high performing varieties that Byron Seeds focuses on.

Fast establishment. 3-4 year stand longevity. Disease resistant. High forage yields similar to alfalfa. Extended harvest window. Higher bypass protein than alfalfa.

Naturally reduces soil compaction, Suppresses weeds and increases organic matter, Retains soil moisture, Traps nutrients for future crops.