FF 54VQ52

Alfalfa

SEEDS & SCIENCE

FF 54VQ52

Description

Fall Dormancy: 4.0
Winter Survival: 2.0
Disease Rating Index: 34/35
StandFast FastGrowth Rating: 1.78

FF 54VQ52 is a premium alfalfa variety designed for growers seeking high forage quality and exceptional yield potential. Known for its outstanding nutritional value, this variety offers consistent, high-quality forage that supports optimal livestock performance. With strong disease resistance, FF 54VQ52 adapts well to a wide range of growing environments, making it a versatile choice for diverse farming conditions.

Key Features

  • Excellent forage quality
  • Excellent yield potential
  • Strong disease resistance
  • Improved establishment in poorly drained soils
  • Very good winterhardiness
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General Characteristics
Segment Forage
Species Alfalfa
Sci. Name Medicago sativa
Plant Characteristics
Cutting System 3-5
Emergence (Days) 7
Growth Habit, Spring Semi-Erect
Root Characteristics
Root Type Tap
Forage Quality Characteristics
Seeding Information
Approx. Seeds/Lb. 227,000
Approx. Seeds/Kg. 500000
Seeding Rate - Alone/New (Kg./Hectare) 17-23
Seeding Rate - Alone/New (Lbs./Acre) 15-20
Seeding Rate - Mixes (Kg./Hectare) 7-15
Seeding Rate - Mixes (Lbs./Acre) 6-12
Pest and Disease Resistance
Bacterial Wilt Highly Resistant
Fusarium Wilt Resistant
Verticillium Wilt Highly Resistant
Anthracnose (Race 1) Highly Resistant
Anthracnose (Race 5) Not Tested
Phytopthora Root Rot Highly Resistant
Aphanomyces Root Rot (Race 1) Highly Resistant
Aphanomyces Root Rot (Race 2) Highly Resistant
Aphanomyces Root Rot (Enhanced) Not Tested
Pea Aphid Resistant
Blue Alfalfa Aphid Not Tested
Cowpea Aphid Not Tested
Spotted Alfalfa Aphid Resistant
Potato Leafhopper Not Tested
Stem Nematode Highly Resistant
Northern Root Knot Nematode Not Tested

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