WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
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Excellent forage quality of the BMR-6 gene paired with the brachytic dwarf trait; lower cutting height and high leaf-to-stem ratio
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Excellent variety for drought tolerance and heat stress; strong disease package for humid areas and anthracnose risk
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Dry stalk (~5% less) paired with fine stems allows for easier transition into dry hay use
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Forage quality may be compromised without proper harvest management (40 days or 40 in.); harvest prior to 50 days before head is initiated
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Recommended seeding rate: 20-25 lbs. per acre at a depth of 1 inch (by drill)
THE DETAILS
CROPLAN® Greentreat® 1531 is the most drought and stress-tolerant multi-cut forage sorghum hybrid in our lineup. This hybrid heads at ~50 days and includes the BMR-6 gene paired with the brachytic dwarf trait for excellent forage quality and lower cutting height.
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