
DH-3
DH-3 diploid annual ryegrass is the result of a polycross between Marshall, Ribeye, and TAM90 annual ryegrasses. DH-3 combines the quick establishment and forage yield of Ribeye, the crown rust resistance of TAM90, and the frost tolerance and consistent yield of Marshall. Tested throughout the South, DH-3 annual ryegrass is proving to be a real contender among new forage annual ryegrasses. DH-3 exhibits high forage yield, excellent seedling vigor, and medium maturity, allowing consistency in forage yield throughout the season with good transition back into warm-season forage grasses.
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Annual ryegrass can be planted almost year around. As long as nighttime temperatures are above 40 degrees and daytime temperatures are above 55 degrees, adequate germination and growth can be accomplished. Fall ... South: September through March, depending on location. Fall ... North: August through October. Spring: As soon as the temperatures are adequate. Can be frost seeded. If overseeding warm-season pastures, mow or graze warm-season grasses short before planting annual ryegrass to aid in establishment.
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• Always take a soil test and consult your local extension service or fertilizer dealer for specific recommendations.
• Sowing: depending on the results of the soil test, a complete fertilizer such as 16-16-16 is helpful for establishment.
• Correct soil acidity, best between 5.5 and 7.
• A minimum of 30-40 units of nitrogen after each grazing or cutting will maximizeforage production.
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• Graze lightly when grass reaches 6 inches.
• Never graze below 3 inches.
• Short intensive grazing is ideal.
• Avoid grazing when frozen.
• Rotate out of grazing for 14-21 days.
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• Never cut below 3 inches.
• Highest quality is at vegetative maturity.
• Optimum level of yield to quality ratio will usually maximize at boot stage.
Trials
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Tifton, GA
2 yr. ave. 2013-14
DH-3 5668 Jackson 5629 Marshall 5453 Passerel Plus 5116 Fria 5114 -
Newton, MS
2011-12
DH-3 7956 Marshall 7627 Fria 7498 Lonestar 7441 Jackson 6700 -
Crossville, AL
3 yr. ave. 2012-14
DH-3 4946 Bulldog Graze 3424 Nelson 4302 Jackson 4323 Fria 4736 -
Greeneville, TN
2010
tons/acre DH-3 3.47 Maximus 3.30 Grazer 3.30 Marshall 3.30 Hercules 3.17
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