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Balansa Clover
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Balansa clover is a small seeded annual legume that is quick to germinate, offers excellent forage production, and is well-adapted to a wide range of soil types. Established stands tolerate water-logging and extreme pH soils.
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Non-Forage Benefits (5=Excellent):
- Compaction Alleviation: 3
- Weed Suppression: 4
- Biomass Production: 4
- Erosion Control: 4
- Disease/Pest Control: 3
- Pollinator/Beneficials: 5
- P & K Cycling: 3
- Ease of Establishment: 4
- Nitrogen Fixer/Scavenger: Fixer
Nutritional Value:
- Crude Protein: 16
- NEL¹ Mcal/lb.: TBD
- ADF%²: 31
- NDF%³: 45
- TDN: 65
- DM Tons/Acre: 1-4
- Days to First Harvest: 40-50
- Days to Next Harvest: –
Ranking (Good, Better, Best):
- Graze: Better
- Baleage: Good
- Chop: Best
Planting Time:
- Feb.-Mar.;Aug.-Sept.
Seeding Rate:
- Mono (lbs./acre): 3-6
- Mix (lbs./acre): 1-4
- Forage (lbs./acre): 3-6
Seeding Info:
- Carbon/Nitrogen Ratio (C:N): 15:1-20:1
- Seeding Depth (in./with drill): 1/4
- Seeds/lb.: 500,000
- Bulk Density (lbs./ft.³): 56
- Aerial Application Rate: 3-6
- Germination Soil Temp.: 40 F
- USDA Hardiness Zone: 5
- Days to Emergence: 14
Management:
- Quick to germinate, however it is slower to establish than other clovers (crimson and red clover)
- Balansa is a prolific re-seeder; termination or grazing prior to flowering will remove the risk
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