Grass Root Seeds 2015 Brochure by WynnstayGroup

GRASS & ROOT SEEDS 2015

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CONTENTS Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Over Seeding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Wynnstay’s Grass Seed Story . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Reseeding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Wynnstay’s Top Selling Mixtures. . . . . . . . 5

Lucerne. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Mixture Selector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Chicory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Next Day Delivery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Clovers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Recommended Grass and Clover List. . . . . 9

Tetraploids Vs Diploids. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Short Term Mixtures

Weed & Pest Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Fast Grass. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Fertiliser. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Tower. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Amenity Seed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Medium Term Mixtures

Wildflower Mixes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Squire. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Environmental Schemes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Fortress. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Game Cover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Shield. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Root Crop Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Sovereign . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Fodder Beet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Long Term Mixtures

Swedes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Imperial. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Kale. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Crusader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Stubble Turnips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Herald . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Forage Rape. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Kingdom. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Maincrop Turnips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Majestic. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Catch Crop Mixtures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Royal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Forage Crop Technical Update. . . . . . . . . . 57

Festulolium. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Arable Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Equine Mixes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Wholecrop Mixtures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Organic Seed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

How to Order. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

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INTRODUCTION The weather patterns in 2014 created some ideal conditions to re-seed, with good seed beds, quick establishment and rapid grass growth. We can only hope that 2015 weather gives us the same conditions to get your new grass ley off to the best start. It gives me great pleasure to present our range of grass mixtures for 2015. Whilst similar in make up to the 2014 range, once again we have improved the mixtures by introducing new, superior varieties where appropriate. These new varieties offer improvements in yield, D value, palatability, persistency, winter hardiness, ground cover and disease resistance. The Wynnstay range of grass seeds has grown to become one of the most popular ranges of mixtures in the UK. As well as attracting new customers, this growth has been driven by an increased trend towards repeat ordering, one of the most positive indicators that our customers are pleased with the performance and value of the mixture range. We work hard to maintain excellent trading relationships with all the major UK grass breeders yet value our completely independent position. This enables us to choose the best varieties of grass and clover to include in our mixtures from a wide range of varieties that have undergone trials and appear on the Grass and Clover Recommended List. Particular care will be required when selecting grass seed mixtures in 2015 as some suppliers will be forced to use substitute varieties which are outdated or have never been trialled in the UK. In order to ensure quality and value, we grow a large proportion of our grass seed on contract with local farms, primarily on the high grade, fertile soils of Herefordshire. This seed is cleaned at our modern, purpose built seed plant here at Shrewsbury. In 2012 a brand new cleaning line was installed ensuring even higher purity standards are achieved. This coupled with excellent germinations ensures that only top quality grass is used for our mixture range. Our on-site blending facility enables us to mix and bag the seed to your specific requirements whether for 3 acres or 300 acres. Adam Simper Grass and Root Seed Product Manager

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FULL CONTROL FROM

GRASS SEED STORY

GROWING OUR OWN GRASS In order to ensure quality and value we grow a large proportion of our grass seed on contract with local farms, primarily on the high grade, fertile soils of Herefordshire.

CLEANING OUR OWN GRASS

STEP FOU

This seed is cleaned at our modern, purpose built seed plant at Astley, Shrewsbury. In 2012 a brand new cleaning line was installed guaranteeing even higher purity standards are achieved.

ANALYSING OUR OWN GRASS All the seed is sent to the laboratory for rigorous testing to ensure that we have the highest purity and germinations results, ensuring all seeds meets HVS (Higher Voluntary Standard).

STEP FIV

FORMULATING OUR OWN GRASS MIXTURES We carefully select the best varieties in each category to ensure optimum mixture performance.

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MIXING OUR OWN GRASS MIXTURES Whether it be a mixture from our standard range, or a tailor made mixture, our on-site mixing facilities means that we have the flexibility to mix what we need, when we need it. This ensures prompt delivery onto farm.

SELLING OUR OWN GRASS MIXTURES Our dedicated sales force has the experience and knowledge to advise you on what mixture would suit your farm enterprise so that you get the most out of your grass.

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SELECTING THE CORRECT GRASS VARIETIES We carefully study all the trials information from the Recommended Grass and Clover List for England and Wales and regularly visit breeders trials, which enables us to pick and choose the best varieties to grow on contract to produce seed for our mixture range.

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DELIVERING OUR OWN GRASS MIXTURES Whether you are North, South, East or West in the UK we can deliver the seed when you want it. If seed is needed for next day delivery we will do everything possible to get it there. www.grasslandseeds.co.uk

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WYNNSTAY’S TOP SELLING MIXTURES Wynnstay provide a range of high quality grass seed mixtures which are designed to meet the specific needs of farming enterprises across the UK. Each mixture is designed to present farmers with a variety of options – so that there is a grass mix to suit every farming system.

Wynnstay’s grass mixtures have become one of the most popular ranges in the UK. Within the range – there are best sellers from bulky silage mixes to long term dual purpose leys. The chart below shows the average sales figures (per year) of each Wynnstay standard grass seed mixture from 2010-2014.

2010-2014 Average Standard Grass Seed Mixture Sales

Short Term

Medium Term

Long Term

Wynnstay’s BEST S

ELLERS!

• SOVEREIGN a medium term mixture, designed for intensive cutting and grazing management (see pages 16 & 17)

• IMPERIAL a long term, dual purpose mixture which provides quality silage and leafy grass for grazing (see page 18) • TOWER a short term silage mixture, with fast establishment and high yields (see page 11) Wynnstay Group Plc

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MIXTURE SELECTOR SUITABILITY Seed Rates kg/acre

Further information on page

Grazing

Silage

Hay

Average Heading Date*

Westerwolds

Italian Ryegrass

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Short Term Fast Grass

1 Year

HHHHH

HHH

20 May

Tower

1-2 Years

HHHHH

20 May

Squire

3 Years

HHH

HHHHH

22 May

Fortress

3-4 Years

HHH

HHHHH

21 May

Shield

4 Years

HHHH

24 May

Sovereign

4-6 Years

16-17

HHHH

29 May

Herald

6+ Years

HHHH

2 June

Kingdom

6+ Years

HHHH

HHH

2 June

Majestic

6+ Years

HHHH

4 June

Royal

6+ Years

HHHHH

31 May

Crusader

6+ Years

HHHHH

HHH

3 June

Imperial

7+ Years

HHHH

5 June

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Medium Term

Long Term

* F or Optimum quality silage aim to cut 5-10 days before Heading Date

Mixtures displaying this symbol indicate that the mixture is available with Chicory

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Mixtures displaying this symbol indicate that the mixture is available with Festulolium

MIXTURE CONSISTENCY Hybrid Ryegrass

Intermediate Perennial Ryegrass

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Late Perennial Ryegrass

Timothy

White Clover

Red Clover

Meadow Fescue

No Clover Version Available

Clover Available

Chicory Available

Festulolium available

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Mixtures displaying this symbol indicate that the mixture is available as an option without Clover

Mixtures displaying this symbol indicate that the mixture is available as an option with Clover

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NEXT DAY DELIVERY When required we aim to deliver your seed on to farm the next working day. This service is available where requested, at no extra cost, for all orders placed by 12 noon for our standard mixture range. Where mixtures are formulated to your requirements we aim to deliver within 2 working days. (For UK mainland only, excluding Highlands of Scotland. Additional charges apply for orders with a value below £70).

ORDER ONLINE Whether you prefer to order your grass and root seeds online, or if you are just looking for more information please visit our website at www.grasslandseeds.co.uk. Orders can be placed online and either booked to your account (for Wynnstay account holders) or paid for by credit card. Online seed orders placed by 12 noon will be delivered the next working day (subject to conditions). Please visit/place an order online at

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INDEPENDENCE Many companies selling grass seed have a bias towards one particular breeder. Our grass seed business is completely independent from any one breeder which allows us to study the data from trials and the Grass and Clover Recommended list so we can select the best possible grasses for our mixtures. We find that plant breeders have different strengths and weaknesses in their breeding programs so it is important to have a range of grasses from each breeder to ensure a good balance of yield, palatability, persistency, winter hardiness, ground cover and disease resistance within the mix. We currently select grasses from all of the following breeders.

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‘We select the best possible grasses for our mixtures - to ensure good balance of yield, palatability, persistency, winter hardiness, ground cover and disease resistance ’

RECOMMENDED GRASS & CLOVER LIST (RL) Knowing the performance characteristics of grass and clover is immensely useful for grassland farmers. It allows appropriate selection of varieties that will perform well for a particular system and end use. The England and Wales Recommended Grass and Clover Lists are drawn up after rigorous and independent testing for attributes such as yield, feed quality, disease, persistence and seasonal growth patterns. The trials are carried out by BSPB and NIAB TAG and evaluated by a panel of experts. If you are using grasses that are not on the Recommended List they will be either old grasses that have been outclassed, grasses that have been shown to be substandard in the testing system, or grasses that may never have been independently tested in the UK so we do not know how they perform. All of the above can result in a reduced yield, lower D value and lower profitability for your farm.

To receive your free copy and to find out what grasses and clovers are on the Recommended List:

Contact the Seed Office on 01939 210777

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FAST GRASS

Average Heading Date:

“ONE YEAR QUICK GROWING”

Grazing

Silage

20th May

Hay

• Very fast establishment and even quicker growth due to the Westerwolds grass • Can be sown later in autumn due to quick establishment at lower temperatures • Fast Grass can produce silage crops within 10-12 weeks of drilling with the correct fertiliser and weather conditions • An efficient user of fertiliser

1 - 2 y e a rs

• Early autumn drilling can produce valuable winter grazing, or early grazing in the following spring. Care should be taken to avoid poaching as quick growing grasses like these do not produce a dense sward

6.50 kg Jivet Westerwold 3.50 kg Danergo Italian Tetraploid Ryegrass 2.00 kg Alamo Italian Diploid Ryegrass 1.00 kg Muriello Italian Diploid Ryegrass

SHO R T TE R M

13.00 kgs/acre

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TOWER

Average Heading Date:

“1/2 YEAR BULKY SILAGE PRODUCTION”

20th May

Grazing

Hay

Silage

• Tower will give up to four cuts per year of high quality silage • When reseeding with a short-term ley it is important to use the highest yielding varieties possible, to maximise Dry Matter Yield • Gemini, Alamo and Muriello are used as they are the second highest yielding Italians within their group on the Recommended List. • Tower is made up of 100% Italian Ryegrasses which grow at lower temperatures than other agricultural grasses, therefore growing earliest in the spring and latest in the autumn

1 - 2 ye a rs

• High vigour with rapid establishment

3.50 kgs Gemini Italian Tetraploid Ryegrass 3.50 kgs Danergo Italian Tetraploid Ryegrass 4.00 kgs Alamo Italian Diploid Ryegrass 3.00 kgs Muriello Italian Diploid Ryegrass

“We run a 300 cow dairy unit plus young stock. Tower was chosen for its fast establishment, vigour and high yields. The rapid regrowth that Tower has after cutting enables us to cut four or five times a year to fill the clamp. Tower works well when under sown or direct drilled. We are also pleased with how well the cows milk on the silage. “ J.M Watkins & Family Pantglas Home Farm, Llanfynydd, Camarthen

“For the last 4 years we have been using Tower and it has consistently performed on farm for us. We have had up to four big cuts of quality silage and we found that the yield is so prolific that we have reduced our acreage of the mixture. The bulk of grass that Tower provides is essential for our enterprise as it is the main source of fodder for our beef cattle. The quality of the silage is always very good with high protein levels therefore reducing the amount of bought in protein needed. “ G J & W Holland & Sons Wootton Hill Farm, Henly In Arden, Warwickshire

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SH O R T T ER M

14.00 kgs/acre

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SQUIRE Average Heading Date:

22nd May

“3 YEAR RED CLOVER, HIGH PROTEIN, HIGH ENERGY SILAGE AND AFTERMATH GRAZING”

Grazing

Hay

Silage

• Hybrid Ryegrasses are quick to establish, have high yields and can last up to five years • They naturally have high water soluble carbohydrate (sugar) contents

• AberEve is used because it has the highest 1st cut D value score within its group on the Recommended List. It is also a high sugar grass, making it more efficient in terms of meat and milk production • Dunluce is used because it has very high cutting and grazing yields with outstanding D values for both cutting and grazing within its group on the Recommended List • The Red Clover yields as much dry matter as the grasses and adds protein to the mix • Squire is ideal for 2-3 silage cuts with 2-3% higher protein content than a no-clover silage

3 - 4 ye a rs

• The new variety Novial is used as it has the highest cutting yield in its 2nd harvest year with high ground cover scores and it also has the highest winter hardiness score within its group on the Recommended List

• The high proportion of Red Clover can help fix up to 100-150kg of Nitrogen/ha/year presenting opportunities to reduce Nitrogen application • The high Red Clover and Tetraploid content results in consistent performance even in dry years 2.00 kg Novial Hybrid Tetraploid Ryegrass New Variety 1.50 kg Solid Hybrid Tetraploid Ryegrass 3.50 kg AberEve Hybrid Tetraploid Ryegrass 3.00 kg Dunluce Intermediate Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 3.00 kg Merviot Red Clover

13.00 kg/acre

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Chicory available

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M EDIU M T ER M

• The high protein of the Red Clover finishes lambs very well in the summer period especially with the addition of Chicory

FORTRESS

Average Heading Date:

“3-4 YEAR HEAVY PRODUCTION EARLY GROWTH”

Grazing

Silage

21st May

Hay

• Fortress has good early spring growth for an early cut or graze • Choose a field that is well drained and suitable for early utilisation

M EDIU M T ER M

3 - 4 y e a rs

• The high Tetraploid content increases water soluble carbohydrate (sugar) levels which aid silage fermentation and aftermath grazing • AberEve is used because it has the highest 1st cut D value score within its group on the Recommended List. It is also a high sugar grass, making it more efficient in terms of meat and milk production • The new variety Novial is used as it has the highest cutting yield in its 2nd harvest year with high ground cover scores and it also has the highest winter hardiness score within its group on the Recommended List • Dunluce is used because it has very high cutting and grazing yields with outstanding D values for both cutting and grazing within its group on the Recommended List • Very quick growing ley ideally suited for cutting, if grazing is the priority look at Shield

Clover available

Chicory available

Festulolium available

3.50 kg AberEve Hybrid Tetraploid Ryegrass 1.50 kg Solid Hybrid Tetraploid Ryegrass 2.00 kg Novial Hybrid Tetraploid Ryegrass New Variety 3.00 kg Malone Intermediate Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 4.00 kg Dunluce Intermediate Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass

14.00 kgs/acre “We run two dairy enterprises so producing high yielding quality silage is vital for our business. Fortress is an excellent medium term mixture for producing bulky silage crops, with the added benefit of aftermath grazing. Even in the dry summer months, it always produces high yielding grass which regrows extremely quickly after cutting due to the high Tetraploid content. This means that we get three large cuts a year to fill the clamps. We find that the silage is very palatable and the cows milk well on it. Fortress also has good early spring growth which means that we can cut earlier in the season.” Mr P E Jones Hoseley Bank, Marford, Wrexham

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SHIELD

Average Heading Date:

“4 YEAR QUALITY GRAZER WITH SILAGE POTENTIAL”

24th May

Grazing

Silage

Hay

• Shield is an ideal mix for short/medium term grazing, it has good ground cover and very quick re-growth from the hybrid Novial • The variety Boyne is used because it has the highest ground cover score and the highest cutting yield within its group on the Recommended List

• The new variety Glenariff is used due to its exceptional grazing yields in the late summer and autumn which will help extend the grazing season. It also has outstanding disease resistance within its group on the Recommended List • In a normal year Shield will produce a good quality first cut around the third week of May 3.00 kg Novial Hybrid Tetraploid Ryegrass New Variety 3.00 kg Boyne Intermediate Diploid Perennial Ryegrass 1.50 kg AberGreen Intermediate Diploid Perennial Ryegrass 2.00 kg Dunluce Intermediate Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 2.00 kg Malone Intermediate Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 1.50 kg Glenariff Intermediate Diploid Perennial Ryegrass New Variety

13.00 kgs/acre

Clover available

Chicory available

Festulolium available

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M EDIU M T ER M

• Dunluce is used because it has very high grazing and cutting yields with outstanding D values for both grazing and cutting within its group on the Recommended List.

3 - 4 ye a rs

• AberGreen is used because it has the highest grazing yield with very good grazing D values and ground cover scores within its group on the Recommended List. It is also a high sugar grass, making it more efficient in terms of meat and milk production

SOVEREIGN

Average Heading Date:

“4-6 YEAR INTENSIVE DUAL PURPOSE”

Grazing

Silage

29th May

Hay

• Our best selling mixture specifically designed for intensive management alternating between cutting and grazing

4 - 6 y e a rs

• Sovereign is a versatile mixture capable of one or two cuts of silage then quality aftermath grazing • AberGreen is used because it has the highest grazing yield with very good grazing D values and ground cover scores within its group on the Recommended List. It is also a high sugar grass, making it more efficient in terms of meat and milk production • The new variety Glenariff is used due to its exceptional grazing yields in the late summer and autumn which will help extend the grazing season. It also has outstanding disease resistance within its group on the Recommended List • Dunluce is used because it has very high grazing and cutting yields with outstanding D values for both grazing and cutting within its group on the Recommended List.

M EDIU M T ER M

• AberAvon is used as it has huge yields and the highest grazing D value and ground cover scores within its group on the Recommended List. It is also a high sugar grass, making it more efficient in terms of meat and milk production

• Promesse Timothy is used as it has the highest grazing D value within its group on the Recommended List. Timothy will help to fill the summer gap and also thrives in cooler wetter conditions. It also increases intake with its high palatability • A Clover blend is used allowing for various management regimes

No Clover available

Chicory available

Festulolium available

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3.00 kg AberGreen Intermediate Diploid Perennial Ryegrass 1.00 kg Glenariff Intermediate Diploid Perennial Ryegrass New Variety 4.00 kg Dunluce Intermediate Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 2.00 kg Malone Intermediate Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 2.00 kg AberAvon Late Diploid Perennial Ryegrass 1.00 kg Promesse Timothy 0.50 kg AberHerald Medium Leaf White Clover 0.25 kg Barblanca Large Leaf White Clover 0.25 kg S184 Small Leaf White Clover

14.00 kgs/acre

Tel: 01939 210 777

M EDIU M T ER M

Chris Ruffley, Assistant Farm Manager Harper Adams University, Newport, Shropshire

4 - 6 ye a rs

â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have been using Sovereign for over 5 years now - primarily for grazing dairy cows and sheep. Due to its versatility, we have the option to shut it up and take a good quality first cut silage. Sovereign always provides high yields of quality leafy grass and the early spring growth and thick base means that we are able to use the grass for grazing early in the spring. The clover content is an excellent source of protein, as well as helping to reduce fertiliser costs by fixing nitrogen.â&#x20AC;?

From left to right: Chris Ruffley and Wynnstay Agromomist Mike Mustoe Wynnstay Group Plc

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IMPERIAL

Average Heading Date:

5th June

“LONG TERM CUTTING AND GRAZING

Grazing

Silage

Hay

• Imperial is made up of Late Perennial Ryegrasses to give excellent first cut quality silage • Imperial’s Late Perennial Ryegrasses mean it is less likely to produce stemmy seed heads in the summer and so maintain a fresh sward with three true leaves throughout the season • AberGain is used because it has the highest cutting and grazing yield, coupled with the highest grazing D value as well • AberBite is used as it has very high cutting and grazing yields combined with very high grazing D values within its group on the Recommended List. It also has excellent winter hardiness and the highest Drechslera scores

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7 y e a rs +

• AberAvon is used as it has huge yields and the highest grazing D value and ground cover scores within its group on the Recommended List

• Drumbo is used as it has the second highest grazing yield and grazing D value within its group on the Recommended List. It also has very good late season growth which will help extend the grazing season • High sugar content from all the ‘Aber’ varieties, making it more efficient in terms of meat and milk production • A clover blend is used allowing for a range of different management regimes

No Clover available

Chicory available

2.00 kg AberGain Late Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 2.00 kg AberBite Late Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 1.50 kg AberAvon Late Diploid Perennial Ryegrass 4.50 kg Drumbo Late Diploid Perennial Ryegrass 2.00 kg Ideal Late Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 1.00 kg Promesse Timothy 0.50 kg AberHerald Medium Leaf White Clover 0.50 kg S184 Small Leaf White Clover

14.00 kg/acre “As a dairy enterprise - quality and high yielding grass is crucial for maintaining milk output. Due to Imperial being all late perennial ryegrasses it produces lush leafy grass that yields well and it does not go to head as quick as some of our other leys. We use the mixture mainly for cutting, followed by aftermath grazing and find that the grass comes back quickly after either. Imperial is also very high yielding and seems to suit our ground well as we manage to get up to four cuts. The balance of clover and perennial ryegrass within the mix works well and suits our cutting and grazing system.“ A H & F M Wilson Tregibby, Cardigan, Ceredigion www.grasslandseeds.co.uk

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CRUSADER

Average Heading Date:

3rd June

“LONG TERM SHEEP GRAZING WITH EARLY BITE”

Hay

AberGreen is used because it has the highest grazing yield with very good grazing D values and ground cover scores within its group on the Recommended List AberAvon is used as it has huge yields and the highest grazing D value and ground cover scores within its group on the Recommended List Drumbo is used as it has the second highest grazing yield and grazing D value within its group on the Recommended List. It also has very good late season growth which will help extend the grazing season AberGain is used because it has the highest cutting and grazing yield, coupled with the highest grazing D value as well High sugar content from all the ‘Aber’ varieties, making it more efficient in terms of meat and milk production Promesse Timothy is used as it has the highest grazing D value within its group on the Recommended List. Timothy will help to fill the summer gap and also thrives in cooler wetter conditions. It also increases intake with its high palatability Very persistent with nearly 70% of the mixture made up of Late Perennial Ryegrass Crusader produces a very dense sward from the high quantity of Diploids within the mix The clover blend of a medium-large leaf and a small leaf type enables tight grazing with both sheep and cattle 2.50 kg AberGreen Intermediate Diploid Perennial Ryegrass 2.50 kg AberAvon Late Diploid Perennial Ryegrass 4.00 kg Drumbo Late Diploid Perennial Ryegrass 3.00 kg AberGain Late Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 1.00 kg Promesse Timothy 0.50 kg AberDai Medium / Large Leaf White Clover 0.50 kg S184 Small Leaf White Clover

No Clover available

Chicory available

14.00 kg/acre “We use Crusader because it is a long term mixture that provides lush leafy grass which the stock do well on. The mixture produces early and late season growth which extends the grazing season. The high diploid content means that it has a thick base and will therefore withstand intensive grazing throughout this period. Crusader includes a nice amount of clover which helps to provide a good level of protein in the diet. We usually take a first cut for silage and then move onto grazing – the yield and quality of this first cut is excellent and in 2014 we won the All of Wales Big Bale Silage Competition.” Mr E Evans a’i gwmni Ty Nant, Talybont, Ceredigion

AWARD

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Average Heading Date:

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Grazing

Silage

2nd June

Hay

• A higher seed rate than most other mixes ensures quick establishment and maximum yield • Wide range of heading dates optimises grass production throughout the growing season • The variety Boyne is used because it has the highest ground cover score and the highest cutting yield within its group on the Recommended List • Dunluce is used because it has very high grazing and cutting yields with outstanding D values for both grazing and cutting within its group on the Recommended List • AberAvon is used as it has huge yields and the highest grazing D value and ground cover scores within its group on the Recommended List

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• AberGain is used because it has the highest cutting and grazing yield, coupled with the highest grazing D value as well

• High sugar content from all the ‘Aber’ varieties, making it more efficient in terms of meat and milk production • Promesse Timothy is used as it has the highest grazing D value within its group on the Recommended List. Timothy will help to fill the summer gap and also thrives in cooler wetter conditions. It also increases intake with its high palatability • Versatile mix, will cut and graze whilst producing a very dense sward • Clover blend to boost forage protein and palatability plus the added benefit of soil nitrogen fixation

No Clover available

Chicory available

3.00 kg Boyne Intermediate Diploid Perennial Ryegrass 3.00 kg Dunluce Intermediate Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 3.00 kg Cancan Late Diploid Perennial Ryegrass 2.00 kg AberAvon Late Diploid Perennial Ryegrass 2.00 kg AberGain Late Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 1.00 kg Promesse Timothy 0.50 kg AberHerald Medium Leaf White Clover 0.25 kg Barblanca Large Leaf White Clover 0.25 kg S184 Small Leaf White Clover

15.00 kg/acre

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KINGDOM

Average Heading Date:

LONG TERM CUTTING AND GRAZING

2nd June

(HIGH RAINFALL AREAS)

Hay

Proven long-term cutting and grazing mixture The blend of Intermediate and Late Perennials give great flexibility for both cutting and grazing management AberGreen is used because it has the highest grazing yield with very good grazing D values and ground cover scores within its group on the Recommended List Drumbo is used as it has the second highest grazing yield and grazing D value within its group on the Recommended List. It also has very good late season growth which will help extend the grazing season AberAvon is used as it has huge yields and the highest grazing D value and ground cover scores within its group on the Recommended List AberGain is used because it has the highest cutting and grazing yield, coupled with the highest grazing D value as well High sugar content from all the ‘Aber’ varieties, making it more efficient in terms of meat and milk production Higher inclusion of Timothy which is known to thrive in wetter soil conditions Meadow Fescue is used to create a dense bottom to the ley and is very stress tolerant which helps it thrive on wet or drier soil types Clover blend contains mainly small and medium leaf varieties to cover grazing by livestock and some large leaf for the cutting regime 2.00 kg AberGreen Intermediate Diploid Perennial Ryegrass 3.50 kg Dunluce Intermediate Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 2.00 kg Drumbo Late Diploid Perennial Ryegrass 2.00 kg AberAvon Late Diploid Perennial Ryegrass 2.00 kg AberGain Late Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 2.00 kg Promesse Timothy 0.20 kg Barblanca Large Leaf White Clover 0.20 kg S184 Small Leaf White Clover 0.40 kg AberHerald Medium Leaf White Clover 0.70 kg Meadow Fescue

No Clover available

Chicory available

15.00 kg/acre

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Hay

Majestic has a high proportion of Tetraploid Ryegrass to give maximum cow grazing potential as Tetraploids are more readily grazed than Diploid varieties Newly sown Tetraploids can provide up to 50% more dry matter in a drought year than their Diploid counterparts Majestic has a higher seed rate to allow for the larger size of Tetraploid seed Majestic should be rotationally grazed rather than set stocked for maximum performance

3.00 kg Dunluce Intermediate Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 3.00 kg Cancan Late Diploid Perennial Ryegrass 5.00 kg AberGain Late Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 5.00 kg AberBite Late Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 1.00 kg Barblanca Large Leaf White Clover

17.00 kgs/acre

ROYAL Average Heading Date:

“LONG TERM CUTTING” Grazing • • • •

Silage

31st May

Hay

Proven long term cutting mixture Royal gives good aftermath grazing from the Tetraploid contents Ideal for fields away from the farm that will be cut three or four times a year Royal will thicken in the bottom if grazed at least once a year

3.00 kg Boyne Intermediate Diploid Perennial Ryegrass 4.00 kg Dunluce Intermediate Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 2.00 kg Drumbo Late Diploid Perennial Ryegrass 3.00 kg AberBite Late Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 3.00 kg AberGain Late Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass

15.00 kgs

Average Heading Date:

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FESTULOLIUM Fescue grasses are valued for their improved drought tolerance, but potential yields and quality have always been well below modern day Ryegrasses. Festuloliums are described as: • A cross between Meadow Fescue or Tall Fescues (Festucas) and Italian Ryegrass or Perennial Ryegrass (Lolium) • Their attributes are: Improved drought tolerance, grows at lower temperatures early and late in the year so extends the growing season, high quality, good winter hardiness and persistency, high stress tolerance, responds well to Nitrogen We have two varieties of Festulolium: AberNiche (Meadow Fescue x Italian-type Ryegrass) AberNiche is the first Festulolium to be added to the Grass and Clover Recommended List, it is listed in the Hybrid Ryegrass section. AberNiche shows that the transfer of the more stress resistant Fescue genes into Ryegrass can be achieved without negatively affecting the yield or quality characteristics of the grass. The improved stress tolerance makes it ideal for drought prone areas. Trials show that its winter hardiness is similar to other Italian Ryegrass and the same if not better than some Hybrid Ryegrasses. AberNiche is suited for short to medium term silage mixtures which also include Hybrid Ryegrass, Perennial Ryegrass and Clover. The mixes that AberNiche would most suit would be Squire and Fortress. Lofa Lofa has shown to perform particularly well when conditions are sub-optimal due to different stress factors. This “wide” resistance is exactly what breeders and users are aiming for to secure forage production and quality. The resistance to crown rust is excellent. The early spring growth allows a very large “spring window” with excellent forage quality. The mixtures that Lofa would most suit would be Shield and Sovereign.

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EQUINE HORSE AND PONY MIX

“LONG TERM DENSE PADDOCK MIX WITH HAY OPTION” • Our horse and pony mixture has been designed specifically to handle horses and ponies and the damage they can do to a field • This well balanced mix is designed to produce palatable yet low sugar swards for horses to graze or to be shut up to produce a sweet smelling high quality hay • Strong Creeping Red Fescue, as the name suggests, grows along the ground, so will help to fill in any hoof prints left by galloping horses • The horse and pony sward can be grazed all year round (be careful not to poach the ground) • The wide range of heading dates increases the length of the growing season so horses can graze for longer in the year • Clover is not included as it is not recommended for horse or ponies that are prone to laminitis; however we can add clover to the mix to suit your needs 4.00 kg Strong Creeping Red Fescue 1.00 kg Orion Intermediate Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 2.50 kg Boyne Intermediate Diploid Perennial Ryegrass 3.00 kg Malone Intermediate Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 2.00 kg Portrush Late Diploid Perennial Ryegrass 1.50 kg Climax Timothy

14.00 kg/acre

HORSE HAY MIX

SHORT TERM (Tower see page 11)

EQ UIN E

LONG TERM • This mix has been designed to produce high yields for Hay or Haylage with quality aftermath grazing • Our Long Term Horse Hay mix has been designed to last 5 – 6 years • A well balanced mixture that only contains Diploids which will ensure an even conditioning of the hay sward 3.00 kg Kilrea Early Diploid Perennial Ryegrass 2.50 kg Boyne Intermediate Diploid Perennial Ryegrass 4.00 kg Butara 1 Intermediate Diploid Perennial Ryegrass 2.50 kg Drumbo Late Diploid Perennial Ryegrass 2.00 kg Climax Timothy

14.00 kg / acre

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HORSE HERB MIX • Our Horse Herb mixture has been designed specifically to add minerals and trace elements to your long term horse pasture • This well balanced mix is designed to produce palatable yet low sugar swards for horses to graze or to be shut up to produce a sweet smelling high quality hay • The wide range of heading dates increases the length of the growing season so horses can graze for longer in the year • Strong Creeping Red Fescue, as the name suggests, grows along the ground, so will help to fill in any hoof prints left by galloping horses • The Horse Herb sward can be grazed all year round (be careful not to poach the ground) 3.00 kg Strong Creeping Red Fescue 1.00 kg Orion Intermediate Tetraploid PRG 2.50 kg Boyne Intermediate Diploid PRG 3.00 kg Malone Intermediate Tetraploid PRG 2.00 kg Portrush Late Diploid PRG 1.50 kg Climax Timothy 0.30 kg Perennial Chicory 0.20 kg Sheeps Burnet 0.20 kg Sheeps Parsley 0.10 kg Ribgrass 0.10 kg Yarrow 0.10 kg Sainfoin PRG = Perennial Ryegrass

GALLOP MIX • This mix is designed to produce a dense sward with a strong root system that will recover quickly • Amenity grasses produce smaller plants which mean they need to be sown at a higher seed rate to create a dense sward • It is ideal for new gallops or end of season renovation • Strong Creeping Red Fescue, as the name suggests, grows along the ground, so will help to fill in any hoof prints left by galloping horses • Amenity grasses are used as they will not produce a lot of growth like agricultural grasses, allowing horses to travel easier 35% Dwarf Perennial Ryegrass 35% Dwarf Perennial Ryegrass 20% Strong Creeping Red Fescue 10% Smooth Stalked Meadow Grass

Seed Rate 80-140 kg/acre GATEWAY MIX • Wynnstay’s Gateway mix is a three-variety blend that is used to patch up poached areas around feeding troughs and gateways • Larger seeded Tetraploids are mainly used as they establish more rapidly in less than ideal conditions • This blend is not suitable to use as a stitching mix • It is packed in 10kg packs and is very quick to get established Wynnstay Group Plc

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14.00 kg/acre

ORGANIC SEED The growth in sales of organic grass, arable silage and cereal seeds has been substantial in the past few years. We have also seen a large sales increase in fertility and soil structure crops such as Mustard, Phacelia, Red Clover and, more recently, Sweet Clover. Wynnstay have been selling organic cereal seeds and grass mixtures since 2000. We are fully licensed with Organic Farmers and Growers and have representation on the working group committee that decides how to interpret European directives with regard to organic seed. We are more than willing to put forward any comments from our customers at these meetings. The organic seed inclusion level for organic forage mixtures for 2015 is to stay the same at 70%. Wynnstay can offer organic alternatives to our conventional grass seed leys. Please see below and opposite for organic leys and seeds that are available.

70% ORGANIC SQUIRE

ORGANI C S E E D

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5.10 kg Organic Solid Hybrid Tetraploid Ryegrass 3.00 kg Organic Dunluce Intermediate Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 1.00 kg Organic Merviot Red Clover 1.90 kg AberEve Hybrid Ryegrass 2.00 kg Corvus Red Clover

13.00 kg/acre For information and advice on organic leys please phone the seed office on 01939 210777 and speak to Adam, Richard, Colin or Bethan

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70% ORGANIC SOVEREIGN “4 - 6 YEAR INTENSIVE DUAL PURPOSE” 2.15 kg Organic Copeland Intermediate Diploid Perennial Ryegrass 6.00 kg Organic Dunluce Intermediate Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 2.00 kg Organic Drumbo Late Diploid Perennial Ryegrass 1.85 kg AberGreen Intermediate Diploid Perennial Ryegrass 1.00 kg Promesse Timothy 0.75 kg AberHerald Medium Leaf White Clover 0.375 kg Barblanca Large Leaf White Clover 0.375 kg S184 Small Leaf White Clover

14.50 kg/acre

70% ORGANIC IMPERIAL “LONG TERM CUTTING AND GRAZING”

ORGANI C S E E D

3.00 kg Organic Drumbo Late Diploid Perennial Ryegrass 4.15 kg Organic Polim Late Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 3.00 Kg Organic Foxtrot Late Diploid Perennial Ryegrass 1.85 kg AberGain Late Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 1.00 kg Promesse Timothy 0.75 kg AberHerald Medium Leaf White Clover 0.75 kg S184 Small Leaf White Clover

14.50 kg/acre We also stock the following organic seeds: Organic Grass Seed available: Organic Italian Ryegrass Organic Hybrid Ryegrass Organic Intermediate Diploid Ryegrass Organic Intermediate Tetraploid Ryegrass Organic Late Diploid Perennial Ryegrass Organic Late Tetraploid Ryegrass Organic Red Clover Organic Timothy Organic Root Seed available: Organic Stubble Turnips Organic Swede (Graded and Natural) All subject to availability Wynnstay Group Plc

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OVER S EED I N G

OVER SEEDING

Over seeding is a very simple but effective way to rejuvenate old or damaged grass leys without the cost of a complete reseed. Increases in yield and quality can be achieved without ploughing and the time spent out of production can be reduced. Over seeding could be the way forward for you. Recent trials have seen results from over seeding into an existing ley by: • An increase of yield by over three tonnes of dry matter per hectare • Increases in D value by two points • Higher crude protein; metabolisable energy, and sugar contents Timing is imperative and the main aim is to minimise competition from the existing sward. The best time to over seed is March, April, July or September as the grasses are not growing as vigorously as they are in May and June. Over seeding is also best suited after hard grazing or close cutting. Careful consideration needs to be given when choosing where to over seed, an open sward is needed, as a thick old “feggy” sward will be very hard to open out to allow the seeds to reach the soil. Good seed to soil contact is vital when over seeding. Remove all grass by cutting or tight grazing. Scarify in at least two directions using a wire tine grass harrow. After this if the sward is thin the seed can be broadcast on. It is then very important to tightly roll the field to get as much seed to soil contact as possible. It will also conserve moisture and flatten stone and mole hills for silage ground. This is best achieved by using a ring roller or treading in with sheep (make sure the sheep come off after 7-10 days).

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A method that is becoming increasingly popular is to slot seed into the soil, but you must be sure not to drill too deep. For both methods, Tetraploid Ryegrasses are recommended as they are a larger seed compared to Diploids. They are used because of their strong, competitive growth habits, and are thought to have a higher drought tolerance compared to Diploids. The grass should be sown at 10kg/acre. Choose the appropriate Wynnstay Over seeding grass seed mixture by speaking to your local representative or call Adam Simper or Bethan Pugh in the Seed Office for advice on which mixture suits your needs. You should leave the pasture for 5-6 weeks after sowing and then lightly graze. (Make sure the root system is strong enough to withstand grazing, especially sheep, and that the animals are not pulling up the leaf blade and the root from the ground). The following year you can continue with normal grassland farming. To get the best out of your ley make sure you check the pH, phosphate and potash levels of the soil. Apply lime if necessary to achieve 6.5 pH at a maximum of 5t/ha (2t/ acre), split dress if more is required, and ensure phosphate and potash levels are above a soil index of 2. The new seedlings should be well established before Nitrogen is applied, this is normally around 4 weeks after sowing, if fertiliser is applied before this only the old grasses will benefit and out compete the new ryegrass. The same method can be used for applying clover to swards, however as clover is traditionally slower to establish we recommend you only sow clover in the summer or early autumn.

OVER SEEDING MIXTURES SHORT TERM -

Stitching in mix no clover

3.00 kg AberEve Hybrid Tetraploid Ryegrass 3.00 kg Novial Hybrid Tetraploid Ryegrass 4.00 kg Dunluce Intermediate Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass

SHORT TERM -

OVER S E ED I N G M I X T U R E S

10.00 kg/acre Stitching in mix plus clover

3.00 kg AberEve Hybrid Tetraploid Ryegrass 3.00 kg Novial Hybrid Tetraploid Ryegrass 3.00 kg Dunluce Intermediate Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 0.25 kg Barblanca Large Leaf White Clover 0.50 kg AberHerald Medium Leaf White Clover 0.25 kg S184 Small Leaf White Clover

10.00 kg/acre

LONG TERM -

Stitching in mix no clover

2.00 kg Dunluce Intermediate Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 3.00 kg AberBite Late Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 5.00 kg AberGain Late Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass

10.00 kg/acre

LONG TERM -

Stitching in mix plus clover 2.00 kg Dunluce Intermediate Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 3.00 kg AberBite Late Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 4.00 kg AberGain Late Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass 0.25 kg Barblanca Large Leaf White Clover 0.50 kg AberHerald Medium Leaf White Clover 0.25 kg S184 Small Leaf White Clover

10.00 kg/acre Wynnstay Group Plc

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IMPORTANCE OF RESEEDING It is common knowledge that reseeding a field will improve yield, on average by 33%, but there are also many other benefits. Over several years “weed grasses” will ingress into any sward after poaching or a hard winter. These “weed grasses” have very poor quality characteristics compared to modern day perennials, such as poor digestibility (i.e. they do not convert to meat or milk as efficiently as a perennial) and poor response to fertiliser. As the Grassland Research Institute at Hurley showed, after 8 years, more than half the original sown species die out. The benefits that a new reseed will bring are: • Improved yields • Better disease resistance especially to crown rust • Earlier turnout of stock which will lead to higher stocking rates • More palatable and digestible (increasing milk and meat production, improving the animal condition)

• Improved silage quality • Improved response to N fertiliser • Increase margins per head by having lower concentrated feed costs There is obviously a cost associated with reseeding which is why it is vital you choose the best grass ley possible, which includes the most modern up to date varieties.

Weed Grass Ingression %

Source: Grassland Research Institute - Hurley

RESPONSE TO FERTILISER In this current era of volatile fertiliser prices it is important that the grass species in your sward respond to fertiliser inputs. When compared to Perennial Ryegrass, the response to nitrogen is as follows: • Yorkshire Fog only gives a response to nitrogen of 42% • Creeping Bentgrass only gives a response to nitrogen of 33% • Rough Stalked Meadowgrass only gives a response to nitrogen of 17% (WPBS) These losses in response occur when nitrogen is increased from 50 to 150 units per acre.

100

Response to Nitrogen

100

PRG Yorkshire Fog Rough Stalked Meadowgrass Bent Grass

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TIPS FOR RESEEDING Once the decision to reseed has been made; following these steps will help to fulfil the potential Plants from within one metre of of the reseed. each other: • Destroy the old sward using a product containing glyphosate. Ensure there is sufficient new growth for the chemical to be taken up and that an appropriate rate is applied under correct conditions. Whilst this treatment will control actively growing plants it will not kill dormant seed in the soil • Take a soil sample at 10cm (4 inches) to analyse pH, P and K indices • Apply FYM • Plough and Press • Apply seedbed fertiliser as required. Apply lime to achieve 6.5 pH at maximum of 5t/ha (2t/acre), split dress if more is required • Work down to prepare a fine, firm seedbed • Ring roll MISSED ROLLED • Choose correct grass mixture • Drill or broadcast the seed onto the rolled seedbed. Ring roll or light harrow to ensure maximum contact between seed and soil. Grass and clovers will not germinate until the average daily soil temperature is above 5ºc. Temperatures need to rise to achieve satisfactory growth • Spray with Dursban WG (Chlorpyrifos) if Leather-Jackets or Frit Fly are expected. If the old sward is to be ‘burnt off’ then Dursban WG may be applied in a tank mixture with certain formulations of glyphosate. Remember to follow the guidelines laid down in the ‘Chlorpyriphos: Say NO to DRIFT’ stewardship Campaign • Graze periodically from 8-12cm (3-4 1/2 inches) down to 3-6cm (1-1 1/2 inches). This will help achieve a densely tillered leafy sward. The removal of grass allows light to reach and stimulate grass tiller buds and clover growing points. Sheep or young cattle are less likely to poach the developing sward • Weed control in the new ley is usually necessary to ensure good establishment and to avoid a gappy sward • If significant weed problems are expected you should consider establishing the ley without clover and introducing it once a herbicide has been applied to the sward

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L UC ER NE

LUCERNE

A high yielding crop that provides an excellent source of home produced protein. Lucerne is grown primarily for cutting with three to four cuts per year followed by limited end of season grazing potential. Lucerne has excellent drought tolerance and once established remains productive for up to five years. Site Selection and Crop Requirements • Lucerne is best suited and thrives in deep free draining soil • Its deep tap root allows the plant to scavenge for water and nutrient reserves • For rapid establishment, a soil pH range of 6.5–7 is needed, so a soil test is vital before sowing • Adequate pH status will also ensure activity of nitrogen fixing Rhizobium bacteria within the root nodules • Atmospheric Nitrogen will not be fixed if the pH is lower than 6.2 Sowing and Establishment • Lucerne seed should always be inoculated with a culture of live Rhizobia meliloti bacteria to ensure a successful root nodulation and efficient Nitrogen fixing • Seed should be sown between April and mid-August, but must be sown into a warm seedbed, very little moisture is required • The seed should be sown into a firm fine seedbed at 8–10kg/acre • 2kg of Timothy or Meadow Fescue can be sown along with the Lucerne to act as a nurse crop which will help to out- compete weeds • Sow at a depth of 5–12mm in loamy soils and 12-25mm in sandy soils where moisture may be limited Harvesting Guidelines • Mid to late bud is identified as the best timing indicator for harvest • Timing is critical as Lucerne must be allowed to build up root reserves before re-harvesting so allow a minimum of 4-5 weeks between cuts • Cutting too early should therefore be avoided as the persistence of the crop is dramatically reduced • Conversely cutting too late (first flowering stage) results in lower quality material which is high in indigestible Cellulose • Typically four cuts per year could be taken from late May to mid October

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HIGH YIELD, HIGH PROTEIN HERB FOR GRASS LEYS

CHICORY

FORAGE CHICORY Bred in New Zealand this deep ‘tap’ rooted herb provides high forage yields with high protein content and high mineral content. It is selected through a long term breeding program for its nutritive value, productivity, palatability and persistency. It has achieved outstanding animal performance with drought resistance, once established, and good pest tolerance. It can be sown into grass and clover mixtures or on its own to provide leafy forage from spring to autumn. Sowing • Ideally in the spring, April onwards • Can be sown in the autumn but like Red Clover needs to be well established before going dormant in the winter • Sow at 0.75-1.00kg per acre if included with grass and clover mixture • Sow at 2.00 kg per acre if sown as pure stand • Slug pellets may improve establishment • Seed is small and light, therefore sow no deeper than 1 cm deep • Broad leaf weed control will kill chicory Soil Types • Puna II prefers well-drained soils • P & K indices 2, pH 6 • Chicory is responsive to N fertiliser, apply 45 kg N/Ha at the start of spring and then applications after grazing. Or sow with a medium to large leaf White Clover to provide N Grazing Management • Once established Puna II can be grazed from about 8 weeks. Graze hard in the spring to keep on top of the crop to prevent flowering. To prevent wastage strip graze with an electric fence or rotationally graze in paddocks • Introduce lambs to the crop when it is 25–30cm tall (10–12 inches). Stock at a rate to take the crop down quickly to 5cm (2 inches). Rotate or back fence to allow regrowth. Continuous grazing or strip grazing, without a back fence will reduce crop quality and longevity • Can deliver lamb growth rates of 300/400 grams per day • Rotational length should be 3 to 6 weeks depending on time of growing season • Mature crops above 30cm are less palatable and poorer quality • In the first year chicory will rarely flower – in subsequent years control flowering by tight grazing or topping • Graze accumulated regrowth before winter • Hard grazing particularly after flowering or damage to the crown in wet conditions will affect production and persistence Animal Health Benefits • Trials at SAC Aberdeen concluded that there was a reduction in internal parasites on pastures of Puna and subsequently growth rates were improved • Chicory does not cause bloat when fed to cattle

CH ICO R Y

We have been using chicory for many years now and we have learnt a lot about the inclusion of chicory within our grass leys and as a pure chicory sward. Those finishing lambs in mid summer have seen big improvements from using chicory. When grass growth slows down in mid summer the chicory will maintain its growth and farmers have been talking of a “bloom” to their lambs once they are on the chicory and nearly all report an outstanding increase in growth rates. From talking to farmers that grow Puna II they are delighted with the rapid re-growth after grazing and they think the benefits in a single year pay for the extra seed price. We have learnt more about grazing chicory, too much grazing over the winter especially in wet conditions will expose the crown and kill the plants. Chicory should be rotationally grazed for best results with light short spells in year one. Under the correct management chicory will last 3-4 years.

TYPICAL NUTRITIONAL ANALYSIS OF PURE CHICORY Dry Matter

Crude Protein

Digestibility

Oil (Acid Hydrolysed)

Ash

24.5%

66.1%

4.6%

15.2%

10.4%

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CLOVERS Clover is an essential part of any grassland sward. Not only does it fix nitrogen, up to an estimated rate of 100-150kg/ ha according to the Institute Of Biological, Environmental and Rural Sciences (IBERS), but it also increases intake and daily liveweight gain. Clovers, both Red and White, tend to grow more in the summer and autumn providing valuable grazing when the grass growth is slower.

WHITE CLOVER White Clover is used in medium and long term mixtures. It will move through the sward as it grows by stolons, these are long root like stems that creep over the soil surface throwing up leaves along the way (see picture). White Clovers are differentiated by their leaf size. The basic rule is, small leaf clovers are suitable for tight sheep grazing but would not survive in an all cutting regime. Larger leaf varieties would be very beneficial in a cutting mix but would be grazed out very quickly by sheep. It is vital therefore, that the correct clover or even better a blend of clover is incorporated in the correct mixture.

RED CLOVER With a yield five times that of White Clover and being one of the best forages for finishing lambs it is hardly surprising Red Clover usage is on the up. Its ability to improve soil structure and increase fertility out weigh the management issues historically associated with Red Clover. Red Clover tillers from a crown, it is damage to this crown that reduces the longevity of red clover typically lasting 3 years. Red Clover is high in protein but low in sugar it therefore needs special attention when making silage. It can affect fertility of ewes, due to oestrogen production, if grazed six weeks prior to tupping, as well as the potential for bloat problems.

C LOVE R S

Clover illustrations supplied by British Seed Houses

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TETRAPLOIDS Vs DIPLOIDS PLANT CHARACTERISTICS The main difference between Diploid and Tetraploid Ryegrass is the number of chromosomes per cell. Diploid plants have two sets of chromosomes per cell whilst Tetraploids have four.

Tetraploids have an increased cell size due to this and have a higher ratio of cell contents (soluble carbohydrates [sugar]) to cell wall (fibre), indicating that they have a higher water content per cell.

Diploid plants have more tillers per plant and due to the lower water content per cell have a higher dry matter per kilogram of feed and also more energy than Tetraploid plants. Diploid and Tetraploid plants have similar protein levels. A general rule of thumb is Tetraploids are favoured in cutting regimes and Diploids in tight grazing situations.

TETRAPLOIDS

DIPLOIDS

• Quicker establishment

• Better ground cover

• Better conservation yields

• Much more persistent (especially under grazing)

• Quicker re-growth • Higher water soluble carbohydrates (sugar) levels • Suits drier ground

• Better grazing yields • Higher dry matter per kg of feed • More tillers • Suits wetter ground

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WEED & PEST CONTROL Management in newly sown leys Sward Destruction • It is good management practice to destroy the old sward with glyphosate prior to re-seeding to control perennial grass and broad-leaved weeds such as Couch and Docks • To ensure adequate weed control is achieved it is important to apply the correct dose of glyphosate under appropriate conditions. Various formulations of glyphosate are available, but in general terms the more advanced formulations such as Roundup Flex will give better control of perennial weed species Pest Control • Both Leatherjackets & Frit Fly can be very damaging when a newly sown ley follows a previous grass crop Leatherjackets are the larvae of Crane Flies (Daddy Longlegs) • They are soil inhabiting, up to 5cm in length with thick grey-brown skin and feed on the roots and stems of grass plants at or below ground level • Leatherjacket damage to new leys can be devastating, re-seeds may be completely destroyed Frit Fly larvae are creamy-white in colour and about 5mm in length • Following egg hatch the larvae tunnel into the centre of grass plants causing dead-hearts and tiller death Control of both these pests can be effectively achieved using Dursban WG and treatment should be seriously considered in high risk situations. Dursban WG is residual and may under certain circumstances be tank mixed with the glyphosate used for sward destruction. Remember to follow the guidelines laid down in the ‘Chlorpyriphos: Say NO to DRIFT’ stewardship campaign Weed Control • Weed control in a newly sown ley is usually necessary to ensure good establishment and to avoid a gappy sward • Control of seedling docks is very effective before they have become established; taking them out at this early stage can greatly reduce later dock problems • There are only a few herbicides available for the treatment of newly sown leys, choice of product is governed by the presence or absence of clover and by the weed spectrum to be controlled • Cost effective weed control may be achieved using broad spectrum herbicides. If clover is omitted from the seed mixture it can then be established at a later date, once weed control is complete

Advice and recommendations for pest and weed control are available from the Wynnstay Agronomists or from Dr Simon Pope, Crop Protection Manager: 01939 210555 36

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FERTILISER

NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT FOR GRASSLAND

Nutrient management is vitally important to maximise both yield potential and quality for the crucial spring growing period. All crops need an adequate nutrient supply from the soil in order to thrive, and feeding grass properly with fertilisers and organic manures is key to achieving the grass growth and quality needed to fit any conventional grass-based system. The starting point is to have a planned soil testing policy. A testing rotation that captures each field every 3-4 years will give an accurate picture of how fertiliser and manure applications are affecting soil fertility. Maintaining soil pH and Phosphorus (P) and Potassium (Potash â&#x20AC;&#x201C; K) indices at the correct levels are a vital part of making sure that production is optimised

Target Soil pH, P and K indices for optimum grass growth Soil Type

P Index

K Index

Mineral soils

6.0 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6.5

Peaty soils

5.0 - 5.5

FE RTILI S E R

Having the correct pH is particularly important in order to allow efficient uptake of nutrients from the soil.

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Guideline lime applications (Based on material with neutralising value of 55% and a loamy clay soil) pH

Tonnes/ha

Tonnes/ac

6.1 - 6.3

0.8

5.8 - 6.0

3-4

1.2 - 1.6

5.5 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5.7

5-6

2.0 - 2.5

5.4 and below

2.8

If clover is an important constituent of the sward, a pH of 6.5 should be maintained.

FERTILISER RECOMMENDATIONS Reseeding Reseeding old and worn out pastures with modern grass varieties will increase yield as well as the palatability and digestibility of grazed and conserved forage, and it is a good time to correct pH issues. The following table gives a guide to P and K rates for both autumn and spring/early summer sowing.

Phosphate and Potash recommendations for grass reseeding Soil P Index

Rate of P2O5 or K2O in kg/ha

Soil K Index

120

In the spring an ideal product to use is GrowHow No. SevenÂŽ (17-17-17) at a rate of 300 kg/ha, which will provide 50 Kg of N, P2O5, and K2O /ha. The added benefit of the high water soluble phosphate content of this product means that it will help the grass seedlings to establish quickly by promoting with root development. Autumn sown or grass/clover swards do not need Nitrogen, so autumn grade products such as 0-24-24, or even straights such as TSP and MOP can be used.

Sulphur Atmospheric deposition of sulphur has drastically reduced over the past thirty years, and there is now a proven need for extra sulphur, especially to boost grass and silage yield and protein levels, and to optimise the uptake of nitrogen. GrowHow have a large portfolio of sulphur containing fertilisers, proven in their ability to reduce the impact of sulphur deficiency. Modern herbage varieties have a large production potential when managed appropriately, with the correct nutrient applications. Each farm is different, and the above information acts as a guide to nutrient management. Seek advice from a Wynnstay FACTS qualified sales person, or contact your area GrowHow adviser for further information.

FERTI L I S ER

From The Fertiliser Manual (RB209)

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AMENITY SEED HARDWEARING LAWN SEED Wynnstay’s Hardwearing Lawn Seed is designed to be resilient and tough enough for all of your family activities. Whether its a family game of football or an area for the pets to run around, this hardwearing mix will cope due to the inclusion rate of 50% Dwarf Perennial Ryegrass. The Dwarf Perennial Ryegrass has been bred to produce fine leaves but is tolerant enough to handle a lot of traffic whilst retaining a fantastic appearance. 0.50 kg Dwarf Perennial Ryegrass 0.25 kg Strong Creeping Red Fescue 0.20 kg Chewings Fescue 0.05 kg Browntop Bent 1.00 kg

Sow at 35 grams per square metre FINE LAWN SEED Wynnstay’s Fine Lawn Seed is a blend of fine leaved quality grasses which will produce a low maintenance, dense turf. If you want to show your ornamental garden off with a high quality bowling green look and good all year round colour then our fine lawn seed is ideal for you. 0.50 kg Strong Creeping Red Fescue 0.25 kg Chewings Fescue 0.20 kg Slender Creeping Red Fescue 0.05 kg Browntop Bent 1.00 kg

AM EN I T Y S EE D

Sow at 35 grams per square metre SHADY MIX Wynnstay’s Shade Mix is designed to produce high quality turf growing under shaded conditions. The grasses included in the mixture ensure lush green growth combined with a tolerance of shade. Do not mow this mix too closely – around 25mm is the most suitable mowing height. 0.10kg Hard Fescue

SHADY MIX TO GO IN HERE

0.30kg Rough Stalked Meadow Grass 0.30kg Chewings Fescue 0.25kg Slender Creeping Red Fescue 0.05 kg Browntop Bent 1.00 kg

Sow at 35 grams per square metre LOW MAINTENANCE MIX This mix is designed to be a low maintenance mixture where fast establishment is vital. It will suit many landscaping projects and will create a tough and durable surface. If cut often then it will smarten up the appearance which makes this an attractive mix in all landscaping areas. 0.25 kg Dwarf Perennial Ryegrass 0.25 kg Dwarf Perennial Ryegrass 0.35 kg Dwarf Perennial Ryegrass 0.15 kg Strong Creeping Red Fescue 1.00 kg

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OFFICIAL DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT ROADSIDE MIX (DFT) This mix meets the standards and specifications set by Department of Transport. The mix is used for road verges and will tolerate poorer quality and light soil types. The grasses will establish and knit together quickly which will stabilise loose soils on banks. These grasses are tolerant to road spray and exhaust fumes and will need to be cut twice a year or as necessary. 0.25 kg Dwarf Perennial Ryerass 0.20 kg Strong Creeping Red Fescue 0.30 kg Hard Fescue 0.10 kg Smooth Stalked Meadow Grass 0.10 kg Browntop Bent 0.05 kg White Clover 1.00 kg

Sowing rate 10 - 20 grams per square metre

SPORTS AMENITY MIXES TRADITIONAL PITCH MIX This high quality pitch mix will create a hardwearing top quality playing surface. It will be fast in establishment and will have excellent regenerative attributes. Rugby = approximately 100 x 69 metres plus 22m beyond both posts. Football = Did you know that not all pitches are the same size? The length of a pitch is approximately between 90m and 120m and the width not less than 45m and not more than 90m. 0.35 kg Dwarf Perennial Ryegrass 0.25 kg Strong Creeping Red Fescue 1.00 kg

Sow at 35 grams per square metre

TRADITIONAL BOWLING GREEN MIX This Traditional Bowling Green Mix will provide a superb fine surface for either a bowling or putting green. Its establishment will be rapid and it will keep a superb colour throughout the year. A bowling green area is usually 38m x 38m and 50kg will cover the whole area if sowing at 35 grams per square metre. 0.20 kg Browntop Bent 0.40 kg Chewings Fescue 0.40 kg Slender Creeping Red Fescue 1.00 kg

Sow at 35 grams per square metre

AM ENI T Y S E E D

0.40 kg Dwarf Perennial Ryegrass

Other sports amenity mixes available upon request e.g cricket pitches, golf green/fairway etc.

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W ILD FL OW E R MI X E S

WILD FLOWER MIXES

Wynnstay Country Meadow (General Purpose)

Wynnstay Country Meadow (Plus Annuals)

Wynnstay Cornfield (Annuals)

20% Wild Flowers

10% Wild Flowers

20% Wild Flowers

5% Birdsfoot Trefoil 8% Black Knapweed 5% Black Medick 5% Common Vetch 7% Meadow Buttercup 4% Musk Mallow 12% Ox-Eye Daisy 12% Ribwort Plantain 8% Red Campion 13% Self Heal 15% White Campion 6% Yarrow 100%

80% Grasses

3% Birdsfoot Trefoil 8% Black Knapweed 4% Black Medick 5% Common Vetch 7% Corn Cockle 7% Corn Marigold 3% Corn Poppy 5% Meadow Buttercup 4% Musk Mallow 12% Ox Eye Daisy 10% Ribwort Plantain 5% Red Campion 13% Self Heal 10% White Campion 4% Yarrow 100% 90% Grasses

25% Smooth Stalked Meadow Grass 28.5% Meadow Fescue 21% Crested Dogstail 18.5% Red Fescue 7% Browntop Bentgrass 100% ----1kg Sowing rate 5g/m2 Colours within the mix: Yellow, Purple, Pink, White, Brown, Red.

25% Smooth Stalked Meadow Grass 28.5% Meadow Fescue 21% Crested Dogstail 18.5% Red Fescue 7 % Browntop Bentgrass 100% ----1kg Sowing rate 5g/m2 Colours within the mix: Yellow, Purple, Pink, White, Brown, Red.

Our most popular mix

Contains a wide variation of wild flowers including Cornfield Annuals

• Attractive Bright Colours • A wide range of UK Native wild flowers • Tolerant of low fertility soils • Wide period of flowering plants

30% Corn Cockle 20% Corn Flower 15% Corn Marigold 5% Corn Poppy 10% White Campion 20% Corn Chamomile 100%

• Can tolerate grazing • Superb variation of colour • Wide period of flowering plants

80% Grasses 8% Smooth Stalked Meadow Grass 8% Browntop Bent 40% Sheeps Fescue 24% Crested Dogs Tail 20% Red Fescue 100% ----1kg Sowing rate 5g/m2 Colours within the mix: Yellow, Purple, Pink, White, Brown, Red • An ideal mix for fast growth and visual impact • Flowers traditionally appeared in corn fields • Attractive flowers especially in the summer months • Only flowers in the year of sowing unless seeds are allowed to shed

Other wild flower mixtures are available on request

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ENVIRONMENTAL SCHEMES

EE1/ EE2/ EE3 2m / 4m / 6m Buffer Strips on Cultivated Land EE7/ EE8 Buffering In â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Field Ponds Establish a grassy strip during the first 12 months of your agreement. Control of annual weeds and to encourage grass to tiller may require frequent cutting. No fertiliser or manures are to be applied. Herbicides can be applied only to spot treat or weed wipe injurious weeds. (Other Conditions Apply) EF4 Nectar Flower Mixture Sowing an area of flowering plants into the farmed landscape will boost the availability of essential food sources for a range of nectar-feeding insects, including butterflies and bees. Sow in strips or a block, not more than 0.5 ha per 20ha between mid March to mid April or July to August. Re-establish as necessary to maintain a sustained pollen nectar supply. To stimulate late flowering, cut half the area to 20cm in June and the whole area to 10cm between mid September and the end of October, ideally removing the cuttings. (Other conditions apply) EF2 Wild Bird Seed Mixture This mixture is designed to feed seed eating birds in arable landscapes, where there is little remaining food source. The aim of this mix is to provide a year round supply of food. Sow annually or every other year and drill in strips or blocks of a maximum of 0.5ha and no more than one block per 20ha. Spot treat or weed wipe injurious weeds. A non-residual product may be used prior to spring re-sowing to facilitate reestablishment. For establishment, the use of seed treatments to control pests and diseases are permitted. Only apply fertiliser or manure if necessary for establishment.

10% Browntop Bent 10 % Cocksfoot 20 % Meadow Fescue 10 % Smooth Stalked Meadow Grass 20 % Timothy 30 % Creeping Red Fescue 100% Seed rate = 20 kg/ha. Packed in 1/2 ha packs

40 % Altraswede Red Clover 40 % Alsike Red Clover 10 % Sainfoin 10 % Birdsfoot Trefoil 100% Seed rate = 20 kg/ha. Packed in 1/2 ha packs

17.5 kg Spring Triticale or Spring Barley 1.25 kg Kale 1.00 kg Quinoa 2.50 kg White Millet 2.75 kg Linseed 25 kg Seed rate = 35-50kg/ha. Packed in 25kg bags

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EN VIR ON ME N TAL S C H E M E S

The potential benefits from drilling buffer strips are creating new habitat for small mammals, invertebrates and birds: protecting habitats from sprays, fertilisers and cultivation.

GAME COVER Wynnstay has a range of Game Cover crops suitable for all situations. Please phone our seed office for your free copy of our Game Cover Brochure on 01939 210777. The booklet is full of tips and practical hints on establishing the right crop successfully. We have our own mixing facilities at Astley and can therefore mix any of the following: CROPS AVAILABLE FOR FEED AND COVER • Quinoa • Millet • Buckwheat • Quinoa/Kale Blend • Game Maize • Gamecover Mix • Sunflower • Sorghum • Texcel Greens

GAM E C O VE R

CROPS AVAILABLE PRIMARILY FOR COVER

• Kale • Mustard • Sorghum (giant and dwarf) • Canary Grass • Yellow Blossom Sweet Clover • Rape

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GAME COVER MIXTURES Spaniel • Golden Retriever • Pointer • Cocker Springer Setter • Labrador • Pro Driver For more information on the above Game Cover mixtures and which would meet your needs, please contact our Seeds office. CONTACTS Shrewsbury Seed Office: 01939 210777 Oswestry Gunroom: 01691 659251 Newtown Gunroom: 01686 626379 Pheasant Feed - Sean Jones: 01691 668717 GAME COVER Please phone our seed office for your free copy of our Game Cover Brochure on 01939 210777

ROOT CROP GUIDE UTILISATION PERIOD

SUMMER

AUTUMN

WINTER

July - September

September - November

November - February

DRILL APRIL/MAY

Watch Flea Beetle

DRILL MAY

Watch Flea Beetle

8-10 weeks

10-14 weeks

TYFON

FORAGE RAPE/ STUBBLE TURNIP MIX

Drill: 2.00kg/acre

DRILL MAY - AUGUST FleaWatch Beetle 14-16 weeks

FORAGE RAPE/ STUBBLE TURNIP MIX Drill: 2.00kg/acre

Watch

Watch Flea Beetle

DRILL MARCH - MAY

DRILL Flea Beetle APRIL - JUNE

DRILL JULY - AUGUST

Approx. 35t/acre fresh weight

Approx. 30t/acre fresh weight

Approx. 25t/acre fresh weight

Approx. 14t/acre fresh weight

Harvested and feed

Feed in situ

KALE

STUBBLE TURNIP

FODDER BEET

SWEDES

Some winter hardiness

Broadcast: 1-2kg/acre Natural

Winter Hardy Broadcast: 2kg/acre

Drill: 1kg/acre Natural

Natural Drill: 1.5kg/acre Natural

Pelleted one-acre boxes

Precision Drilled: 250g/acre Graded

Broadcast: 2kg/acre Natural Some winter hardiness Drill: 1.5Kg/acre

Precision Drilled: 750g/acre Graded

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FODDER BEET

Fodder Beet Varieties Available:

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Variety Skin Colour DM Content % DM Yield % % of Root in Ground Blizzard White 23 107 70.9 Magnum White/Yellow 19.3 107 78 Robbos Yellow 20.2 106 59.3 Jauna Yellow 20 98 61.1 Blaze Bright Red 18.5 102 56.7 Feldherr Yellow 15.6 94 48.9 All seed is treated and packed in 50,000 seed packs (1 acre packs)

Energy Beet Available: Beretta - the feed beet Cindy - keeping soil out of it Gerty - the consistent performer To find out more about energy beet and how they suit your requirements please phone Adam Simper in the Seed office.

Fertiliser Guidelines SNS Index

Nitrogen (N)

130

104

120

110

Phosphate (P2O5)

110

Potash (K2O)

170

136

110 (2-) 80 (2+)

88 (2-) 64 (2+)

K = Kg/Ha

U = Units/Acre Data Source: DEFRA Fertiliser Manual (RB209)

6 U

0-40 0-32

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FODD ER B EE T

Fodder beet is a high yielding energy crop, which can be lifted or grazed in situ. The roots have an excellent feed quality and they are very palatable to ruminant stock. A significant market has also developed recently for large tonnages of Energy Beet / Fodder Beet to be used for energy production in anaerobic digesters. Variety requirements differ for this market so please contact the seed office on 01939 210777 for more information. SOWING & GROWING Sowing Period = Late March to end April Precision Drill only = 100,000 seeds/ha (50,000 seeds /acre) YIELD & FEED DATA (ROOTS ONLY) Yield & Feed Data (tops can add 3-4t DM/ha) Average D M Yield = 13-15 tonnes/ha Average Fresh Yields = 80-90 tonnes/ha Dry Matter = 12-19% Crude protein = 12-13% Digestibility value = 78D Metabolisable energy = 12.5-13.5 MJ/kg DM Top tip: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Fodder Utilisation October to March Varieties with higher % roots in the ground also have higher Beet can thrive dirt tares. The higher the dry matter, the deeper the beet sits in the on a wide range ground and the more frost resistant. LIVESTOCK INTAKE of soil types but a The tops can be utilised if required to boost the total fodder output light to medium ever further. The roots tend to be lifted and stored however some free draining field farmers have strip grazed certain varieties with dairy cows successfully.

SWEDES Swedes provide a high energy autumn and winter feed. Swedes are the only true winter hardy feed. This means that they are suitable for the coldest sites in the UK. They can either be grazed in situ or lifted and stored for feeding to cows and sheep later on. Sufficient rainfall is required together with good soil conditions in order to provide strong root development. Therefore, either cultivation in high rainfall areas or the use of irrigation is essential. SOWING AND GROWING Sowing period = April - June Precision Drill = (150g-350g/acre) 350g-850g/ha Grade H Drill = (1kg/acre) 2.5kg/ha Natural seed Broadcast = (1-2kg/acre) 2.5kg-5kg/ha Natural seed YIELD & FEED DATA

‘Top tip: For a uniform crop avoid soil compaction and ensure a pH of 6.5’

Average D M Yield = 7 - 10 t/ha Average fresh yields = 70 - 80 t/ha Dry Matter = 9 - 13% Crude protein = 10 - 11% Digestibility value = 82D Metabolisable energy = 12.8 - 13.1 MJ/kg DM UTILISATION

SW ED ES

• September - April, depending on variety and drilling date

• Use the lower dry matter varieties first as they are less winter hardy • Use the higher dry matter later in the season as they are more winter hardy LIVESTOCK INTAKE Select a variety that suits the required utilisation period. Most Swedes are grazed in situ; however, it is advisable to use an electric fence to help reduce waste. You must introduce feeding to any Brassica slowly over two weeks. It is best to have a grass or stubble run back. www.grasslandseeds.co.uk

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SISKIN A high yielding swede with excellent D value that is ideal for grazing sheep and cattle. It has outstanding winter hardiness and strong club root resistance. INVITATION A high yielding and high dry matter variety with uniform purple skinned roots. It has both club root and powdery mildew resistance and due to its winter hardiness it is ideal for post Christmas utilisation and can be used to help extend grazing periods. It also has a large leaf for extra grazing potential. LOMOND This new variety which was bred in Scotland has good winter hardiness, which can be used before or after Christmas. It is 11% DM yield higher than Ruta Otofte according to Advanta trials. All reports have been good with all round uniform bulbs with high fresh and dry matter yields. It has both club root and powdery mildew resistance. MARIAN Marian is a purple top variety. It has a good uniform shape and some resistance to clubroot and mildew. A second early variety for use in October through to January. Marian can also be used as a culinary swede. GOWRIE Gowrie is a purple skinned variety with uniform roots that can be utilised pre or post Christmas. It can produce high dry matter and fresh yields and exhibits good resistance to both club root and powdery mildew. Other varieties available upon request SNS Index

Nitrogen (N)

100

0-40

0-32

Phosphate (P2O5)

105

Potash (K2O)

215

172

185

148

155 (2-) 125 (2+)

124 (2-) 100 (2+)

SW ED ES

K = Kg/Ha U = Units/Acre Data Source: DEFRA Fertiliser Manual (RB209)

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KALE Kale provides a high yielding fodder crop which is high in crude protein and can be fed to all types of livestock. Kale’s utilisation period can stretch from late August through to early March (depending on the type of winter). Kale is also an ideal full season game cover crop. SOWING AND GROWING Sowing Period = April - early July Precision Drill = (750g /acre) 2kg/ha Grade J Drill = (1-1.5 kg/acre) 2.5-4 kg/ha Natural seed Broadcast = (2kg/acre) 5 kg/ha Natural seed YIELD & FEED DATA Average D M Yield = 8-10 tonnes/ha

‘Top tip: A fine, firm moist level seed bed is required. Early sown crops which establish well are more likely to give the best yield and cover.’

Average fresh yields = 60-65 tonnes/ha Dry Matter = 14-16% Crude protein = 16-17% fresh, 19-25 ensiled Digestibility value = 68D Metabolisable energy = 10-11 MJ/kg DM UTILISATION • August through to the following March, depending on the variety and sowing date • Maris Kestrel, a shorter leafy type used for fattening lambs • Caledonian is a taller Marrow stem type ideal for cattle LIVESTOCK INTAKE Two main ways of feeding kale to livestock.

KAL E

1. Strip graze behind an electric fence which should be moved daily, but keep a close eye on the levels of wastage which will help determine when you move the fence. A grass runback area is recommended.

2. Zero grazing – cutting the crop with a forage harvester will help secure the maximum use of green feed with little waste. The kale can then be fed from a forage box or behind a barrier. Great care must be taken to avoid soil contamination. Only 30 to 35% of Dry Matter intake for dairy cows per day is to come from kale. Kale is low in Phosphorous, Manganese and Iodine but high in Calcium, so mineral supplements should be used. www.grasslandseeds.co.uk

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CALEDONIAN Caledonian is a taller Marrow Stem type ideal for cattle, and is also a Club Root resistant variety, which now enables growers to continually grow Kale on Club Root infected sites. Caledonianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s huge yields, good lodging resistance and winter hardiness makes it ideal for utilisation by dairy and beef cattle. MARIS KESTREL A short leafy type ideal for fattening lambs, highly digestible with good protein and D value. An ideal choice for out wintering with good winter hardiness and high leaf to stem ratio. KEEPER Keeper is a winter hardy variety and has good lodging resistance. It is a medium short type and ideal for fattening lambs and providing quality winter feed. Keeper has a high dry matter content, hence its good winter hardiness. THOUSAND HEAD A reliable variety, with proven records and competitively priced. Thousand head is a medium height variety with good lodging resistance and good winter hardiness. Traditionally a game cover variety. It is also suitable for grazing after the shooting season. Other varieties available upon request

Fertiliser Guidelines SNS Index

Nitrogen (N)

130

104

120

110

0-40

0-32

Phosphate (P2O5)

110

Potash (K2O)

260

208

230

184

200 (2-) 170 (2+)

160 (2-) 136 (2+)

130

104

KAL E

K = Kg/Ha U = Units/Acre Data Source: DEFRA Fertiliser Manual (RB209)

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STU BBL E T UR N I P S

STUBBLE TURNIPS

Firstly select which type of Stubble Turnip you are going to grow. Leafy types produce similar dry matter yields but in the form of leaf not bulbs. They are also quicker growing and need utilising earlier. They are best suited to spring drilling and summer grazing. After eight weeks Tyfon is ready to graze, after twelve weeks Alternaria and particularly Powdery Mildew will attack the crop and yields will be depressed. The bulbing turnip is more flexible in that it will keep for longer in the field although still attracting Alternaria the dry matter is in the root and not the leaf. Bulbing types can be sown in April/May for summer grazing or in July/August for winter grazing. Summer sown crops are traditionally fed throughout the winter although it should be noted that stubble turnips are not a winter hardy crop and a severe winter will start the turnip to rot. SOWING AND GROWING Sowing Period (1) April – June (if sowing earlier there is a risk of Bolting) (2) July – early Sept (any later and they will not amount to much) Drill (1.5kg/acre) 4 kg/ha Natural seed Broadcast (2kg/acre) 5kg/ha Natural seed YIELD & FEED DATA Average D M Yield = 3.5-4 tonnes/ha Average fresh yields = 35-40 tonnes/ha Dry Matter = 8-9 % Crude protein = 17-18% Digestibility value = 68-70 % Metabolisable energy = 11 MJ/kg DM LIVESTOCK INTAKE Stubble Turnips are very palatable and easy for cows and sheep to digest, however, both should be introduced to the crop gradually and should have access to either grass, silage, hay or straw, especially when feeding to dairy cows. A dairy cow will eat approx 22kg of fresh weight in a 2-3 hour grazing period. A ewe will eat about 12kg fresh weight per day. Therefore an average crop of 15 tonnes per acre will provide one days grazing for 500 cows or 1000 ewes. (Allowing for some wastage). Watch out for stubble turnips tainting milk, feed directly after milking and remove two – three hours before milking.

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‘Top tip: Drill in early August to ensure High yields’

Fertiliser Guidelines SNS Index

Nitrogen (N)

100

0-40

0-32

Phosphate (P2O5)

Potash (K2O)

110

50 (2-) 20 (2+)

40 (2-) 16 (2+)

K = Kg/Ha U = Units/Acre Data Source: DEFRA Fertiliser Manual (RB209)

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STUB BL E T U R N I P S

VOLLENDA Vollenda has a large bulb, with good palatability and root anchorage. It is a variety that has a high resistance to bolting and has good resistance to Clubroot and Alternaria. Its early vigour makes it an ideal variety to sow in May for August utilisation and August/early September for November/January utilisation. It has good winter hardiness which will keep it palatable, however stubble turnips are not frost resistant so ideally they should be utilised before Christmas. It has produced the biggest bulk and will graze for the longest according to Wynnstay in house trials. DELILAH Delilah is a white skinned variety which produces large tankard shape bulbs. Delilah is a high yielding variety that is ideal for fattening lambs. It has a high digestibility and good resistance to mildew. SAMSON Samson is a Tetraploid variety that produces a huge purple tankard shape bulb. It is a highly digestible variety and is ideal for fattening lambs or flushing ewes and will provide excellent quality forage. Its large tankard roots will grow out of the ground which will ease grazing. Yields are very similar to Vollenda. TYFON (treated with Thiram and Sepiret) Tyfon is generally sown in the spring and can be utilised in the summer months by dairy / beef cattle and sheep when grass growth is declining. Tyfon’s rapid growth habit means that it can be utilised in only 60 days and once grazed there is potential for re-growth. Tyfon has a very small bulb with a massive leaf which will produce a much needed palatable summer feed. Once the plant is 12 weeks old it is very susceptible to Mildew and Alternaria. Tyfon is susceptible to bolting so do not sow too early. Other varieties available upon request

FORAGE RAPE With its relatively low seed rate and inputs, Forage Rape is a popular choice with many livestock farmers. The crop has a wide sowing window and will provide excellent autumn/winter keep for finishing lambs. The four main uses are: 1. A quick growing forage crop for sheep or cattle for utilisation in the summer from spring drilling. 2. Providing winter feed from summer drilling. 3. Acting as a cover crop for young grass seedlings. 4. Varieties with kale in the parentage are available. They are more winter hardy and they can be ‘lightly’ grazed in the early autumn then shut up and fed in the winter. SOWING AND GROWING Sowing period = May - end August Drill = (2kg/acre) 5kg/ha Broadcast = (2kg/acre) 5kg/ha YIELD & FEED DATA Average D M yield = 3.5 tonnes/ha Average Fresh yields = 24-35 tonnes/ha Dry Matter = 12-14% Crude protein = 19-20%

Top tip: ‘Use a variety with good Powdery Mildew Resistance to help the crop stay palatable e.g. Interval’

FORAG E R AP E

Digestibility Value = 65D

Metabolisable energy = 10-11MJ/kg DM UTILISATION • 10-12 Weeks after sowing • Good for finishing Lambs. If left too long it can become bitter and unpalatable. Very aggressive growth rates, quick to establish

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LIVESTOCK INTAKE You must introduce feeding to any brassica slowly over two weeks. It is best to have a grass or stubble run back. Start feeding two weeks before the crop is fully mature so livestock are accustomed to Forage Rape when the crop is at full potential. Increase palatability by mixing Stubble Turnips and Forage Rape together. The two mixed together will increase yields and protein content rather than having straight Stubble Turnips on their own. INTERVAL (RAPE/KALE HYBRID) With Interval being a Rape/Kale cross it can make its utilisation period run into January meaning an extended grazing period. Interval has exceptional yield potential combined with good disease resistance. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s quick to establish and is perfect for fattening lambs or flushing ewes. In our in-house trials Interval was preferentially grazed over other varieties, which suggests it is more palatable. SWIFT (RAPE/KALE HYBRID) A Rape/Kale cross which gives it extra vigour and winter hardiness. It is ideal for sowing late and suitable for multi grazing. It can be used for game cover but can be prone to bolt if sown too early (before May). If sown early summer, Swift can re-grow after one grazing. HOBSON Hobson is an ideal variety for finishing lambs. Hobson has excellent resistance to powdery mildew, a disease which can make some crops unpalatable leading to a high wastage factor. Hobson is very palatable and digestible. Best utilised early September to December. Other varieties available upon request

Fertiliser Guidelines 0

Nitrogen (N)

100

0-40

0-32

Phosphate (P2O5)

Potash (K2O)

110

50 (2-) 20 (2+)

40 (2-) 16 (2+)

K = Kg/Ha U = Units/Acre Data Source: DEFRA Fertiliser Manual (RB209)

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MA I NC R OP T UR NIP S

MAINCROP TURNIPS Most Maincrop turnips are grazed in situ. However, it is important to remember to select a variety to cover the period you wish to graze. Stock should ideally have access to grass and or hay during feeding. White fleshed varieties can be ready to utilise within 12-15 weeks, whilst yellow fleshed varieties are ready to be utilised in around 20 weeks. The use of an electric fence is advisable to reduce wastage. Maincrop turnips yield around 6t DM per hectare. Sow from May â&#x20AC;&#x201C; July at a rate of 2kg per acre (5 kg/hectare). GREEN GLOBE MAINCROP TURNIP White fleshed variety which is suitable for autumn utilisation MASSIF MAINCROP TURNIP Yellow fleshed variety which is suitable for winter utilisation

CATCH CROP MIXTURES WYNNSTAY ENERGY BOOSTER - Early Drilling 1.30 kg Vollenda/Samson Stubble Turnip 0.50 kg Interval Forage Rape 0.20 kg Thousand Head/Keeper Kale

2 kg/acre

CATCH CRO P M IX TU R ES

This high yielding catch crop is fast to establish and extremely palatable. It will produce huge yields and the kale will help improve winter hardiness.

WYNNSTAY PROTEIN BOOSTER - Intermediate Drilling 1.25 kg Interval Forage Rape 0.40 kg Vollenda/Samson Stubble Turnip 0.10 kg Thousand Head/Keeper Kale 0.25 kg Greenglobe Maincrop Turnips

2 kg/acre The Wynnstay Protein mix has a higher protein content than normal due to the high inclusion of Forage Rape and Kale. The inclusion of Kale and Main Crop turnips mean that this mixâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s winter hardiness is excellent and will extend the grazing period. WYNNSTAY FORAGE PROVIDER - Late Drilling 1.50 kg Interval Forage Rape 0.50 kg Vollenda/Samson Stubble Turnip 5.00 kg Gemini Italian Ryegrass

7 kg/acre The Italian Ryegrass will improve the thickness of the crop whilst helping to keep the animals clean, and also providing grazing through to the following spring. The inclusion of both Vollenda and Interval will make this mix more palatable and will give a good balance of protein and energy to the diet. www.grasslandseeds.co.uk

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FORAGE CROP TECHNICAL UPDATE WARNING : FLEA BEETLE (Phyllotreta spp.) CROPS AT RISK Kales, Swedes, Stubble Turnips, Forage Rapes, spring drilled Oilseed Rape and most cultivated brassicas. LIFE CYCLE The beetles emerge in spring and start feeding on suitable plants. On warm days they can fly considerable distances between newly sown crops. Eggs are laid on or in the soil near brassica plants in May and June. After hatching the larvae feed on the plant roots and after two or three weeks they change into adults and start feeding on the foliage. Development from egg to adult is 6 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8 weeks. DAMAGE Adults attack the plants eating holes in the leaves and stems of the seedlings in April and May. Attacks can occur well into summer months, even after the first true leaves. Loss is usually greatest in a dry spell when brassica seedlings are slow growing. Two or three sowings may be destroyed unless preventive actions are taken. CONTROL MEASURES Cruiser SB is the only treatment available for flee beetle attack. The chemical is taken up within the plant and the flee beetle needs to pierce the leaf to take in the insecticide that then kills them. In situations of very high flea beetle populations all the beetles have to pierce the leaf to die. That many attacks on the leaf will kill the plant anyway. Seed treatments will buy you time to see if you have a problem that needs spraying. There are many proprietary sprays available to control flea beetles in the field. Please call Adam or your local Wynnstay Arable Agronomist for advice.

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ARABLE SERVICES CEREAL Following the acquisition of Woodheads Seeds in Selby in 2010, Wynnstay are now the third largest cereal seed producers in the UK. This scale of operation ensures that we are able to offer you very competitive terms on a full range of varieties and seed treatments. To speak to one of our dedicated seed specialists please phone 01939 210777. GRAIN MARKETING Our in house Grain Marketing business, GrainLink provides farmers in the West Midlands with an independent professional marketing service. For more information visit www.grainlink.co.uk. or phone 01939 210 500. FERTILISER One of the largest distributors of GrowHow fertiliser as well as our own branded range â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;TopCropâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. FACTS registered personnel are on hand to offer specialist advice on specific fertiliser programmes to suit your needs. For more information please contact David Mitchell on 01939 210555 or contact your local store or representative. MAIZE Wynnstay specialists have a wealth of local experience and can offer advice on all aspects of maize production including: cultivation & drilling, agronomy & crop-nutrition and variety selection. For more information contact Dr Simon Pope, Crop Protection Manager Tel: 01939 210555 Wynnstay Arable or contact your local store or representative. For store locations visit www.wynnstay.co.uk or see the back cover. CROP PROTECTION Our BASIS registered agronomists specialise in on farm advice and supply products from all major agrochemical manufacturers. For more information contact Dr Simon Pope, Crop Protection Manager Tel: 01939 210555 Wynnstay Arable or contact your local store or representative. For store locations visit www.wynnstay.co.uk or see the back cover.

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WHOLECROP MIXTURES THE LANSDOWNE MIX This mixture is popular with those looking to improve the protein content but without the high reliance of peas in the Millennium Mix. The dry matter will also be higher allowing direct cutting to be an option if required. Please be aware that the mixtures are done by weight rather than seed number. Even in a 50:50 blend you should expect to have approximately 5 times as many barley plants as pea plants due to the difference in size of the grains. 50 % Protein Pea (Thiraflo treated) 50 % Kelim Spring Barley (Single purpose treated) Suggested seed rate – 85 kg per acre (50-60kg if undersown) THE OLYMPICO MIX This new mixture offers a compromise between the Lansdowne and Millennium mixes. It should give a significant boost to the protein content of the forage whilst still achieving a satisfactory dry matter. 65 % Protein Pea (Thiraflo treated) 35 % Kelim Spring Barley (Single purpose treated) This mixture is ideal for those who are looking to maximise the protein content of the forage. With a high pea content the crop is likely to need a 24 hour wilt to achieve a reasonable dry matter. This blend will give approximately equal quantities of peas and barley in the field. 80 % Protein Pea (Thiraflo treated) 20 % Kelim Spring Barley (Single purpose treated) Suggested seed rate – 95 kg per acre (60kg if undersown) THE TWICKENHAM MIX This mixture produces huge yields with minimal growing costs. Dieta White Lupin is a tall and bulky plant unlike the Blue and Yellow Lupins which would not compete so well with the tall Triticale. The Dieta is however later to mature than other Lupins. The crop should be harvested when the Triticale grain is firm and the Lupins seeds are well formed to ensure a satisfactory dry matter is achieved. The Lupin seed is pre inoculated. An alternative is available using Yellow Lupins which makes the mixture earlier but lower yielding. 49 % Spring Triticale Suggested seed rate – 75 kg per acre (50 kg if undersown) 51 % White Lupin THE MURRAYFIELD MIX (Mega Crop Mix) This type of mixture has been used for many years within Wynnstay. It is popular with those looking for a traditional “wholecrop”. 20 % Protein Pea (Thiraflo treated) 10 % English Vetch 35 % Sp. Barley (Single purpose treated) 35 % Oat seed (Single purpose treated) Suggested seed rate – 75 kg per acre (50 kg if undersown)

Sp. Barley Sp Wheat Sp. Triticale Peas Beans Lupins Lansdowne Mix Olympico Mix Millenium Mix Twickenham Mix Murrayfield Mix

Fresh Yield t/acre

DM Yield t/acre

Dry Matter %

Cr. Protein %

Starch %

10 10

4 4

39 41

9 10

19 21

10 12 13 15 11 11.5 12 15 12

4 3 3 3.2 3.5 3.4 3.3 3.5 3.6

40 25 21 17 32 30 28 23 30

9 16 18 21 13 14 14-15 17 12

20 7 6 4 12 11 10 12 13

This table is a guide as to what yield and quality can be expected from the different spring wholecrop options. Soil type and time of sowing will affect the potential yield. Harvest stage will have a major impact on the quality achieved

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Suggested seed rate – 90 kg per acre (60kg if undersown)

THE MILLENNIUM MIX

HOW TO ORDER For advice on grass mixtures and grassland management please phone the seed office on 01939 210777 and speak to one of our seed specialists Adam Simper, Richard Torr, Colin Jones or Bethan Pugh

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Grass and Root seeds can also be ordered online at www.grasslandseeds.co.uk or at any of our Wynnstay stores: Wynnstay Arable......... 01939 210555 Wynnstay Feeds.......... 01691 828512 Wynnstay Retail.......... 01691 662690

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North Wales Gaerwen..................................01248 421253 Llanfachraeth........................01407 741918 Llanrwst...................................01492 640397 Penygroes...............................01286 880234 Rhosfawr.................................01766 810526 Ruthin......................................01824 704900 Sarn...........................................01758 730212 St Asaph..................................01745 582527

Shropshire Astley.......................................01939 210555 Craven Arms..........................01588 672623 Newport..................................01952 820104 Oswestry.................................01691 659251 Pontesbury.............................01743 791876 Whitchurch............................01948 662061 South Wales Llangadog...............................01550 776120 Tanygroes...............................01239 810101 St. Clears.................................01994 230208 Llandeilo.................................01558 822207 Pensarn...................................01267 236794 Llandovery..............................01550 720347 Cardigan..................................01239 810083 Haverfordwest.......................01437 761480 Crosshands.............................01269 845445 Mid Wales Aberystwyth...........................01970 625368 Dolgellau................................01341 422253 Llanfair Caereinion..............01938 810525 Llanidloes...............................01686 412696 Llansantffraid........................01691 827125 Newtown................................01686 626379 Tregaron..................................01974 298107

Hereford & Worcester Droitwich................................01527 821485 Leominster.............................01568 615666 Pontrilas..................................01981 240051 Ross-on-Wye.........................01989 768394 Gloucestershire Tetbury.....................................01666 502366 Lancashire, Cumbria, North Yorkshire Kendal......................................015395 66003 Lancaster................................01524 62480 Skipton....................................01756 709662 Staffordshire Uttoxeter.................................01889 564844 Stafford....................................01785 250595 Oxfordshire Banbury...................................01295 770707

Whilst every effort is made to ensure that the details supplied in this booklet are correct, Wynnstay cannot be held responsible for any misleading or inaccurate information. Current legislation must be checked before entering into schemes. Wynnstay reserve the right to change varieties within the mixtures as required.

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