Berseem Clover

Non-Forage Benefits (5=Excellent):

• Compaction Alleviation: 2
• Weed Suppression: 4
• Biomass Production: 3
• Erosion Control: 4
• Disease/Pest Control: 1
• Pollinator/Beneficials: 3
• P & K Cycling: 4
• Ease of Establishment: 4
• Nitrogen Fixer/Scavenger: Fixer

Nutritional Value:

• Crude Protein: 18
• NEL¹ Mcal/lb.: .73
• ADF%²: 23
• NDF%³: 36
• TDN: 69
• DM Tons/Acre: 1-2.5
• Days to First Harvest: 60
• Days to Next Harvest: –

Ranking (Good, Better, Best):

• Graze: Good
• Baleage: Best
• Chop: Better

Planting Time:

• Mar.-Apr.;Aug.-Sept.

Seeding Rate:

• Mono (lbs./acre): 8-20
• Mix (lbs./acre): 5-10
• Forage (lbs./acre): 15-20

Seeding Info:

• Carbon/Nitrogen Ratio (C:N): 15:1-20:1
• Seeding Depth (in./with drill): 1/4
• Seeds/lb.: 150,000
• Bulk Density (lbs./ft.): 52
• Aerial Application Rate: 6-15
• Germination Soil Temp.: 40 F
• USDA Hardiness Zone: 8
• Days to Emergence: 5-8

Management:

• Berseem clover has a moderate tolerance to salinity and can withstand short periods of waterlogged soils. Berseem clover is sensitive to weed competition and as a result should only be sown on clean, well-prepared seed beds.
• At 18-28% protein, young berseem clover is comparable to or better than crimson clover or alfalfa as feed. No cases of bloat from grazing berseem clover have been reported. Forage quality remains acceptable until
• the onset of seed production.

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