Sunn Hemp

Non-Forage Benefits (5=Excellent):

• Compaction Alleviation: 2
• Weed Suppression: 4
• Biomass Production: 5
• Erosion Control: 3
• Disease/Pest Control: 3
• Pollinator/Beneficials: 4
• P & K Cycling: 3
• Ease of Establishment: 3
• Nitrogen Fixer/Scavenger: Fixer

Nutritional Value:

• Crude Protein: 25
• NEL¹ Mcal/lb.: Varies Greatly
• ADF%²: Varies Greatly
• NDF%³: Varies Greatly
• TDN: Varies Greatly
• DM Tons/Acre: 1-5
• Days to First Harvest: 40-45
• Days to Next Harvest: –

Ranking (Good, Better, Best):

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

Planting Time:

• July-Sept.

Seeding Rate:

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

Seeding Info:

• Carbon/Nitrogen Ratio (C:N): 18:1-29:1
• Seeding Depth (in./with drill): 1/2-1
• Seeds/lb.: 15,000
• Bulk Density (lbs./ft.³): –
• Aerial Application Rate: NR
• Germination Soil Temp.: 65 F
• USDA Hardiness Zone: Frost
• Days to Emergence: 3-7

Management:

• Prefers soil pH levels above 6 (6–7)
• Kills at first frost, or control by mowing or herbicide at first flower for maximum benefit
• Residue (green manure) should be incorporated while still green
• In far southern areas (below 28° latitude), sunn hemp will produce seed which can be toxic to livestock

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