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FF 54B66 Brand

FF 54B66 Brand

FF 54B66 Brand is a premium alfalfa blend featuring winter-hardy genetics that thrive across a wide range of growing environments. This variety is specially developed to offer high resilience and adaptability, making it ideal for diverse climates and conditions. With resistance to most common alfalfa diseases (DRI >30), FF 54B66 provides reliable yield protection, even in less-than-ideal growing environments. Designed for successful establishment, FF 54B66 seed is treated with fungicide and inoculants, promoting excellent emergence and seedling growth. It offers high resistance to Phytophthora Root Rot, Anthracnose, and Bacterial Wilt, as well as resistance to Fusarium Wilt and Aphanomyces Race 1. Additionally, it provides moderate resistance to Aphanomyces Race 2 and resistance to Pea Aphids. FF 54B66 is a trusted choice for growers seeking high-quality, disease-resistant alfalfa with excellent yield potential in a variety of environments.

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Key features

  • Premium blend of winderhardy genetics that work well in many alfalfa growing environments
  • Resistant to most common alfalfa diseases (DRI>30), helping to provide yield protection in all but the most extreme environments
  • Seed has fungicide and inoculants to ensure emergence and seeling growth at establishment

Segment Forage
Category Alfalfa
Species Alfalfa
Sci. Name Medicago sativa
Anthracnose (Race 1) Highly Resistant
Anthracnose (Race 5) Not Tested
Aphanomyces Root Rot (Enhanced) Not Tested
Aphanomyces Root Rot (Race 1) Resistant
Aphanomyces Root Rot (Race 2) Moderately Resistant
Bacterial Wilt Highly Resistant
Blue Alfalfa Aphid Not Tested
Cowpea Aphid Not Tested
Cutting System 3-5
Disease Resistance Index (DRI) 32/35
Emergence (Days) 7
Fall Dormancy 4
Fusarium Wilt Resistant
Northern Root Knot Nematode Not Tested
Pea Aphid Resistant
Phytopthora Root Rot Highly Resistant
Potato Leafhopper Not Tested
Spotted Alfalfa Aphid Not Tested
Stem Nematode Not Tested
Verticillium Wilt Resistant
Winter Survival Rating 2
Approx. Seeds/Kg. 500000
Approx. Seeds/Lb. 227,000
Seeding Depth (cm) 0.635-1.27
Seeding Depth (Inches) 1/4-1/2
Seeding Rate - Alone/New (Kg./Hectare) 17-23
Seeding Rate - Alone/New (Lbs./Acre) 15-20
Planting Times Spring, Fall
Seeding Rate - Mixes (Kg./Hectare) 7-15
Seeding Rate - Mixes (Lbs./Acre) 6-12
Livestock Bee/Pollinator , Cattle , Deer , Goats , Hogs , Horses , Poultry , Sheep
Usage Hay , Silage , Pasture , Wildlife , Cover Crop , Pollinator Friendly