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Medicago Sativa

FF 54H98 Brand

FF 54H98 Brand

Forage First 5 Series 54H98 is a fall dormancy 4 alfalfa variety designed for improved yield and high productivity, especially under moderate to high potato leafhopper pressure. This variety boasts an excellent disease resistance package, ensuring successful establishment across a wide range of soil types. 54H98 offers high resistance (HR) to key diseases, including Phytophthora Root Rot, Verticillium Wilt, Anthracnose, Bacterial Wilt, Fusarium Wilt, and both races of Aphanomyces. It also features strong resistance to Pea Aphid, Potato Leafhopper, Blue Aphid, and Spotted Alfalfa Aphid. Adaptable to a cutting system of 3-5, 54H98 combines robust performance with the resilience needed for diverse growing conditions.

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Forage First® by DLF delivers top-tier forage grasses and legumes with superior yield, persistence, disease resistance, and grazing tolerance.
The Forage First® 5 Series by DLF

The Forage First® 5 Series by DLF features high-quality alfalfa varieties, continuing the legacy of previous seed suppliers. With proven genetics and exceptional yield, quality, and digestibility, it supports dairy and livestock production, backed by expert support and innovative research.

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Key features

  • Fall dormancy 4 variety
  • Improved yield
  • Excellent disease package
  • High productivity under moderate to high leafhopper pressure
  • Successful establishment in a wide range of soils

Segment Forage
Bacterial Wilt Highly Resistant
Species Alfalfa
Fusarium Wilt Highly Resistant
Sci. Name Medicago Sativa
Verticillium Wilt Highly Resistant
Cutting System 3-5
Anthracnose (Race 1) Highly Resistant
Aphanomyces Root Rot (Race 1) Highly Resistant
Blue Alfalfa Aphid Highly Resistant
Pea Aphid Resistant
Spotted Alfalfa Aphid Highly Resistant
Potato Leafhopper Highly Resistant
Disease Resistance Index (DRI) 30/30
Approx. Seeds/Lb. 227000
Phytopthora Root Rot Highly Resistant
Seeding Rate - Alone/New (Lbs./Acre) 15-20
Planting Times Spring, Late Summer, Early Fall
Seeding Rate - Mixes (Lbs./Acre) 8-10
Notes

Pest Resistance Ratings:
>50% = High Resistance (HR)
31-50% = Resistant (R)
15-30% = Moderate Resistance (MR)
6-14% = Low Resistance (LR)
0-5% = Susceptible (S)