4MOST SEED ENHANCEMENT
SCIENCE ON THE SEED
4Most Seed Enhancement By DLF is a new seed enhancement solution developed with environmental sustainability in mind, created specifically for turf and forage applications. Every component was rigorously tested to ensure high-quality ingredients in optimal ratios. The 4Most formula integrates targeted, slow-release nitrogen with several different species of beneficial microorganisms specific to turf and forage, aimed at providing seedlings and their root systems with a long-term boost in nutrition. The recipe also features a biodegradable, starch-based super absorbent designed to help maintain moisture around the seed, and a calcium carbonate protective layer intended to improve soil contact and moisture retention.
GROW FASTER, GREENER AND THICKER
4Most is formulated to support seedlings in developing deeper and more extensive root systems, giving the emerging plants greater stability and durability while enabling them to access water and nutrients across more soil and convert soil-bound nutrients into plant-available nutrients.
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Bentgrass 60-day root mass comparison (raw vs. 4Most)
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Perennial ryegrass 60-day root mass comparison (raw vs. 4Most)
The active ingredients and targeted nutrition should empower seedlings to emerge and establish faster, resulting in more seedlings surviving and converting to healthy, mature plants. The 4Most seed enhancement formulation is intended to outperform raw seed pound-for-pound and reduce the need for starter fertilizer or adjustments in seeding rates, aiming for better vertical growth and coverage with fewer seeds.
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Kentucky bluegrass height comparison (raw vs. 4Most)
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Kentucky bluegrass coverage comparison (raw vs. 4Most)
Enhanced seed contains less seed than a bag of raw seed, but based on our research trials, it outperforms raw seed because more seeds can survive and thrive. We are focused on increasing the performance, vigor, and value of each seed.
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Bermudagrass 30-day establishment comparison (retail competitor vs. 4Most)
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Tall fescue 30-day establishment comparison (retail competitor vs. 4Most)
4MOST™ REINFORCES THE 4 PILLARS OF SEEDLING SUCCESS
Increased Seed to Soil Contact
The calcium carbonate shell adds weight and helps the seed find the soil and stay in place.
Expanded Moisture Management
The biodegradable super absorbent collects and preserves moisture for germination.
Stronger Early Root Development
Slow-release nitrogen provides a boost in nutrition through seedling development.
Extended Long-Term Nutrition
Microbes convert soil-bound nutrients into plant-available nutrients to improve root development and soil health.
4Most Seed Enhancement by DLF™ is manufactured at the company’s U.S. headquarters in Albany, Oregon, which recently completed construction of a new 141,000 square foot production facility equipped with state-of-the-art technology for seed blending, enhancement, packaging and palletizing.
DLF introduced the technology to U.S. wholesale turf customers during its initial rollout and will eventually expand to all turf and forage markets in the U.S. and Canada. In the meantime, 4Most seed samples are available upon request through a DLF Professional Turf Account Manager or via email.
Additional resources:
Technical Sheet
Plant Growth and Root Studies