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Helping You GrowWe’ve grown strong roots in this country. Eighty years strong, in fact. And in that time, BrettYoung has
proudly been providing growers with the products they need to remain at the forefront of agribusiness.
Over the years, we’ve seen substantial changes and consolidation in our industry as the multinationals
have grown even larger. Yet, we remain a family company; a family company that continues to grow.
Even though we may be smaller than our large multinational competitors, BrettYoung is a world-class
company that provides high-performance seed and related products. We are steadfast in our
commitment to bring innovative and high-performance products to the market backed by field efficacy
data. We are able to bring innovative, world-class products to the market by building important
strategic partnerships with world-class companies like DL Seeds and its parent companies on canola,
Elite® corn and soybeans, Alforex™ on alfalfa varieties and our newest strategic partner, Lallemand
Plant Care on biological products.
Head OfficeWinnipeg, Manitoba
Our new high-capacity seed treating and coating facility is a great
example of the investments in innovation that BrettYoung makes to
help growers achieve their full potential. It features state-of-the-art
equipment and process technologies that are used to apply fungicide
and insecticide treatments, nutrients, inoculants, absorbent
technologies and polymer coatings to our high-quality seed products.
As seed treatments and coatings become increasingly important for
optimal plant growth, this new facility will be a game changer. It
represents a multi-million dollar investment in our products, our
company, the seed industry and, most importantly, our customers.
Because, at BrettYoung, our priority is helping you grow.
BrettYoung Coating Facility
Table of Contents
How to Establish a Productive Forage Stand . . . . . . . . . . 2
Selecting Forage Species and Blends to Meet Your Forage Goals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Forage Blends . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Stock Blend Selector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Stock Blend Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Alfalfa and Legumes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Alfalfa Variety Selector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Alfalfa and Legume Varieties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Forage Grasses and Turf Grasses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Forage Grass Varieties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Turf Grass Blends . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Elite Corn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Silage/Grazing Corn Hybrids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Grain Corn Hybrids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Glossary of Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Genuity® RIB Complete® Hybrids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Producing Seed for BrettYoung . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Forage Guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
The establishment phase is the critical first step in a productive and healthy forage stand.
To maximize your success in establishing a healthy product stand, follow the agronomic
guidelines below.
Time of Seeding
Early spring (mid-April to early June), mid-summer (mid-July to early August) and late fall (after
freeze-up) are suitable times for seeding your forage stand. Spring seeding provides the best
chance for adequate moisture levels for germination. Summer seeding provides less weed
competition, but may not be successful in areas with inadequate summer moisture. Fall dormant
seeding can run risks of early spring run-off or freeze thaw patterns harming seedlings.
Seedbed Preparation
A firm seedbed is needed for good forage establishment. This results in proper seed to soil
contact, adds control to seeding depth, and reduces surface drying. Walking on a firm seedbed
should not leave a footprint deeper than ¼ inch.
Weed Control
Weed control is important for good forage establishment. A seedbed free of perennial weeds is
especially important. Control weeds prior to seeding, as well as during the year of establishment
if possible.
Quality Seed and Seed Treatments
Certified seed ensures varietal purity, high germination and weed-free seed. Certified seed
results in rapid establishment and reduced weed problems in the future forage crop, as well as
subsequent crops. Consider a forage coating to improve flowability and seedling health. All
legumes should be inoculated to ensure nitrogen fixation.
Fertility
Soil test and fertilize accordingly. Remember that the most cost-effective time to fertilize a
forage crop is usually at seeding. Consider the use of higher rates of elemental sulphur or
phosphorus to provide a stable nutrition base for the following years. Fifteen pounds of P2O5
can be safely seed placed. Higher rates must be banded away from the seed row to avoid
seedling damage.
HOW TO ESTABLISH A PRODUCTIVE FORAGE STAND
2 3
Seeding Depth
Proper depth of seeding cannot be stressed enough. Many forage stand establishment failures are due
to seeding too deep. All forage species should be seeded no deeper than ½ inch. Most forage seeds will
do well planted at about ¼ inch or less. Always err on seeding shallow rather than deep.
Seeding Rates
Use the proper seeding rates based on target plants per square foot. Seeding rates depend on seed size,
seed quality, seeding method, row spacing and annual precipitation. Because most forage seeds are
small, light and often chaffy, it can be useful to mix the seed with cracked grain, cover crop seed, or
fertilizer (except inoculated legumes) to improve seed flow.
Cover Crops
Although not recommended, some producers choose to plant forages with cover crops such as barley or
oats. Cover (or companion) crops compete with the new forage seedlings for sunlight, nutrients and
moisture. A cover crop can cause reduced seedling establishment and forage yield and also reduce stand
longevity. The benefits of using cover crops include reduction of wind and water erosion and reduction
of weed infiltration. If using a cover crop, the following tips will reduce the competition and aid in forage
stand establishment.
Tips for Using Cover Crops
Tip #1 – Seed the cover crop at ⅓ to ½ of normal seeding rate. Seed forage seed in a separate pass at an
angle to your cover crop to reduce competition and to aid in depth control.
Tip #2 – Increase forage seeding rate to achieve desired plant densities in the stand as the cover crop will
reduce forage seed establishment.
Tip #3 – Remove the cover crop as early as possible (silage or green-feed) rather than harvesting the
grain. This will reduce the amount of competition for sunlight, moisture and nutrients.
Tip #4 – If harvesting the cover crop for grain (not recommended), remove all straw from the field. If that
is not an option, chop and spread the straw thoroughly across the field. If straw is left in a
windrow it will smother the forage seedlings underneath.
Tip #5 – If seeding forages where soil erosion is prominent, it is recommended that a cover crop be used.
The companion crop will aid in covering and protecting the soil during the establishment year.
Forages
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There are many factors to take into consideration
when selecting forage species. The following is a
list of relevant questions you should always ask
before choosing forage species.
Intended Use & Management System
Is the intended use of the forage crop hay
or pasture? In pasture, how intense is the
forage stand going to be grazed? Are you
rotational, continuous or mob grazing?
What is your comfort level in grazing alfalfa?
In hay stands, how many cuts do you expect
to take each year? See the table to the right
for forage crop use recommendations.
Forage Timing
At which months would you like your forage
to be available? See the table to the right
for forage productivity timing.
Environmental Conditions
How much annual precipitation does your
area receive? How harsh are your winters?
Soil Type
What is your soil type (clay, loam, sandy)?
How well does your soil drain? Is there a
problem with saline or alkaline soils? Is the
organic matter content high or low?
Production Timing Crop Use Recommendation Rest, Regrowth
Forage SpeciesPeriod of
Major ProductionContinuous
GrazingRotational
GrazingStored
FeedStockpiled
ForageGrazing
TolerancePasture
Regrowth
Alfalfa (2010, Spyder) Spring to fall Poor Good Excellent Poor Good Fair
Alfalfa (3010, Survivor) Spring to fall Poor Good Excellent Poor Good Good
Alfalfa (other varieties) Spring to fall Poor Good Excellent Poor Fair Excellent
Birdsfoot trefoil Spring to fall Poor Good Good Fair Fair Good
Cicer milkvetch Late spring to fall Poor Good Fair Good Good Fair
Red clover (single cut) Spring Poor Good Good Poor Good Fair
Red clover (double cut) Spring Poor Good Good Poor Good Excellent
White clover Spring Good Good Poor Poor Excellent Excellent
Alsike clover Spring Fair Fair Fair Poor Good Good
Sweet clover Spring Fair Fair Good Poor Fair Poor
Sainfoin Spring Poor Fair Good Poor Poor Poor
Bromegrass (smooth) Spring Good Fair Excellent Fair Good Poor
Bromegrass (hybrid) Spring, fall Good Good Excellent Good Good Good
Bromegrass (meadow) Spring, fall Good Excellent Good Good Excellent Excellent
Timothy Spring through summer Poor Good Excellent Good Fair Poor
Reed canarygrass Spring through summer Fair Fair Good Fair Good Good
Orchardgrass Spring through fall Good Excellent Good Good Excellent Excellent
Annual ryegrass Late summer and fall Good Excellent Fair Good Excellent Excellent
Italian ryegrass Late summer and fall Good Excellent Fair Good Excellent Excellent
Perennial ryegrass Spring, summer and fall Good Excellent Poor Good Excellent Excellent
Tall fescue Spring through fall Good Excellent Good Excellent Good Excellent
Meadow fescue Spring through fall Fair Good Good Good Good Good
Creeping red fescue Spring, fall Excellent Good Poor Good Good Excellent
Meadow foxtail Spring Good Good Fair Fair Excellent Good
Kentucky bluegrass Spring, fall Excellent Good Poor Fair Excellent Excellent
Crested wheatgrass Spring and fall Good Fair Good Good Excellent Poor
Intermediate wheatgrass Spring, summer and fall Fair Fair Excellent Good Fair Fair
Pubescent wheatgrass Spring, summer and fall Fair Fair Excellent Good Fair Fair
Northern wheatgrass Late spring Fair Fair Poor Fair Fair Fair
Slender wheatgrass Spring and early summer Fair Fair Good Good Fair Fair
Tall wheatgrass Late spring Fair Fair Good Fair Fair Poor
Western wheatgrass Late spring Fair Fair Good Fair Good Fair
Altai wildrye Late spring Fair Fair Poor Fair Good Fair
Dahurian wildrye Late spring Good Good Good Good Good Good
Russian wildrye Spring, fall Good Good Poor Good Good Fair
Forage Crop Use Recommendations
SELECTING FORAGE SPECIES AND BLENDS
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Production Timing Crop Use Recommendation Rest, Regrowth
Forage SpeciesPeriod of
Major ProductionContinuous
GrazingRotational
GrazingStored
FeedStockpiled
ForageGrazing
TolerancePasture
Regrowth
Alfalfa (2010, Spyder) Spring to fall Poor Good Excellent Poor Good Fair
Alfalfa (3010, Survivor) Spring to fall Poor Good Excellent Poor Good Good
Alfalfa (other varieties) Spring to fall Poor Good Excellent Poor Fair Excellent
Birdsfoot trefoil Spring to fall Poor Good Good Fair Fair Good
Cicer milkvetch Late spring to fall Poor Good Fair Good Good Fair
Red clover (single cut) Spring Poor Good Good Poor Good Fair
Red clover (double cut) Spring Poor Good Good Poor Good Excellent
White clover Spring Good Good Poor Poor Excellent Excellent
Alsike clover Spring Fair Fair Fair Poor Good Good
Sweet clover Spring Fair Fair Good Poor Fair Poor
Sainfoin Spring Poor Fair Good Poor Poor Poor
Bromegrass (smooth) Spring Good Fair Excellent Fair Good Poor
Bromegrass (hybrid) Spring, fall Good Good Excellent Good Good Good
Bromegrass (meadow) Spring, fall Good Excellent Good Good Excellent Excellent
Timothy Spring through summer Poor Good Excellent Good Fair Poor
Reed canarygrass Spring through summer Fair Fair Good Fair Good Good
Orchardgrass Spring through fall Good Excellent Good Good Excellent Excellent
Annual ryegrass Late summer and fall Good Excellent Fair Good Excellent Excellent
Italian ryegrass Late summer and fall Good Excellent Fair Good Excellent Excellent
Perennial ryegrass Spring, summer and fall Good Excellent Poor Good Excellent Excellent
Tall fescue Spring through fall Good Excellent Good Excellent Good Excellent
Meadow fescue Spring through fall Fair Good Good Good Good Good
Creeping red fescue Spring, fall Excellent Good Poor Good Good Excellent
Meadow foxtail Spring Good Good Fair Fair Excellent Good
Kentucky bluegrass Spring, fall Excellent Good Poor Fair Excellent Excellent
Crested wheatgrass Spring and fall Good Fair Good Good Excellent Poor
Intermediate wheatgrass Spring, summer and fall Fair Fair Excellent Good Fair Fair
Pubescent wheatgrass Spring, summer and fall Fair Fair Excellent Good Fair Fair
Northern wheatgrass Late spring Fair Fair Poor Fair Fair Fair
Slender wheatgrass Spring and early summer Fair Fair Good Good Fair Fair
Tall wheatgrass Late spring Fair Fair Good Fair Fair Poor
Western wheatgrass Late spring Fair Fair Good Fair Good Fair
Altai wildrye Late spring Fair Fair Poor Fair Good Fair
Dahurian wildrye Late spring Good Good Good Good Good Good
Russian wildrye Spring, fall Good Good Poor Good Good Fair
Forages
For information on variety and species characteristics with respect to environmental conditions and soil type see the detailed tables on pages 16 to 19 and 22 to 27 of this Guide.
4 5
Your field is not the same as your neighbour’s, so why settle for the same forage blend? At
BrettYoung, we can custom-build a blend to suit your specific needs or recommend a stock blend
that provides high productivity in a wide range of environments.
Custom BlendsAlthough we thoughtfully create the stock blends presented on the following pages, ultimately a
forage blend should be custom-built to fit your needs if they are not met by a pre-built blend.
Our team of experienced Regional Account Managers can help you determine what species will best
suit your forage production goals in your field to create a high-quality custom blend.
If you are interested in a custom blend for your hay or pasture needs, please complete the Forage
Recommendation Worksheet located at the end of this guide. Your Regional Account Manager will
contact you with a recommendation. Or visit our website to help select the forage species that are
compatible for your custom blend.
More information on the characteristics of the various species can be found on pages 16 to 19 and
22 to 27.
Stock BlendsBrettYoung has carefully crafted its stock blends to provide a high level of productivity for a wide range
of environments and uses. To find the stock blend for your needs, use the stock blend selector on
pages 8 and 9.
FORAGE BLENDS
6
Factors to ConsiderFollow the stock blend selector below to �nd the blend that is best suited for the soil and environmental conditions on your farm that will achieve your forage production goals.
*See page 10 for more information on the stock blends and their compositions.
Primary use of Stand
Management System/Intensity
Component Mix
Moisture Conditions
Blend Recommendation*
Hay/Dairy Quality High Tonnage
Multi-Cut
Primarily Alfalfa
Adequate to Good
#2. Maxi-Ton
Blend
Multi-Cut
Primarily Alfalfa
Primarily Grass
Adequate to Good
Adequate to Good
#1. Super
Hay
#5. Pasture
Hay
#4. Super
Haymaker
Hay/Beef Quality
Single Cut
Primarily Grass
Dry Very Dry Conditions
#4. Super
Haymaker
#3. Dryland
Hay
#3. Dryland
Hay
#6. Super
Pasture
STOCK BLEND SELECTOR
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Land conditions, such as being saline or �ood prone, will impact your choice of blends. Thus, use the �ow chart below to help select an appropriate stock blend.
Special Soil Condition
Saline
#13. Saline
Flood Prone
#14. Lowland
Primary use of Stand
Management System/Intensity
Component Mix
Moisture Conditions
Blend Recommendation*
Rotational Grazing
Includes Alfalfa
Includes AlfalfaBloat Safe Bloat SafeNo
LegumesNo
Legumes
Low to Adequate
#6. Super
Pasture
#6. Super
Pasture
#8. Parkland Pasture
#8. Parkland Pasture
#7. Bloat Safe
#7. Bloat Safe
#12. Grassland
Blend
#12. Grassland
Blend
#9. Dryland Pasture
#10. All Purpose
Pasture
#10. All Purpose
Pasture
#11. Cattleman’s
Choice
#10. All Purpose
Pasture
#11. Cattleman’s
Choice
#11. Cattleman’s
Choice
Adequate Adequate Adequate AdequateAdequate to Good
Adequate to Good
Adequate to Good
Continuous Grazing
Pasture
Forages
8 9
Hay Blends#1. Super HayExcellent 2 cut alfalfa/grass mix• 65% Alfalfa Blend 4440• 25% Fleet Meadow Bromegrass• 10% Promesse Timothy
#2. Maxi-TonMaximum tonnage and protein• 90% Alfalfa Blend 4440• 10% Promesse Timothy
#3. Dryland HayAggressive growth in the dryland regions• 40% Goliath Crested Wheatgrass• 40% Carlton Smooth Bromegrass• 20% Spyder Alfalfa
#4. Super Haymaker Ideal for 1 or 2 cut systems across most production areas• 75% Alfalfa Blend 4440• 25% Hybrid Bromegrass
#5. Super Pasture HayQuick drydown time in a swath• 50% Fleet Meadow Bromegrass• 35% Glacier Brand Orchardgrass• 10% Promesse Timothy• 5% Alfalfa Blend 4440
Pasture blends#6. Super PastureExcellent early spring pasture, produces well under stress• 50% Fleet Meadow Bromegrass• 25% Fairway Crested Wheatgrass• 15% Kokanee Tall Fescue• 10% 3010 Alfalfa
#7. Bloat SafeIncreased quality with no risk of bloat• 45% Fleet Meadow Bromegrass• 30% AC Oxley Cicer Milkvetch• 20% Kokanee Tall Fescue• 5% Boreal Creeping Red Fescue
#8. Parkland PastureHigh yielding pasture, works well in high traffic areas and aggressive grazing systems• 50% Fleet Meadow Bromegrass• 25% AC® Killarney Orchardgrass• 10% 3010 Alfalfa• 10% Boreal Creeping Red Fescue• 5% Big Blue Kentucky Bluegrass
#9. Dryland PastureLong-lived productive pasture blend for very dry areas• 50% Fairway Crested Wheatgrass• 35% Fleet Meadow Bromegrass• 10% Tom Russian Wildrye• 5% Spyder Alfalfa
BrettYoung offers a wide variety of stock blends suitable for most production areas. The Selector on the
previous page recommends a blend or two that fits the intended use of the stand, how intensely the
stand will be managed, desired components and moisture conditions. This page provides more details
on the blends and the components within each blend.
NEW
STOCK BLEND DESCRIPTIONS
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Forages
#10. All Purpose PastureWidely adapted for most pasture needs with easy establishment and quality regrowth• 55% Fleet Meadow Bromegrass• 20% Kokanee Tall Fescue• 20% Intermediate Wheatgrass• 5% Spyder Alfalfa
#11. Cattleman’s ChoiceHigh protein pasture with superb regrowth, quick to establish• 40% Fleet Meadow Bromegrass• 20% Kokanee Tall Fescue• 20% 3010 Alfalfa• 20% AC® Killarney Orchardgrass
#12. Grassland BlendMaximize regrowth and quality with no risk of bloat, suitable for variable topography areas• 30% Fleet Meadow Bromegrass• 20% Kokanee Tall Fescue• 20% Boreal Creeping Red Fescue• 20% Glacier Brand Orchardgrass• 10% Promesse Timothy
Miscellaneous Blends #13. SalineQuick establishment in saline areas with good longevity, helps reclaim saline areas over time• 25% Riding Brand Tall Fescue• 25% Slender Wheatgrass• 20% Tall Wheatgrass• 10% Barricade SLT Alfalfa• 10% Dahurian Wildrye• 10% Yellow Blossom Sweet Clover
#14. LowlandExcellent blend to reclaim areas prone to flooding, aggressive root systems will help utilize moisture• 30% Reed Canarygrass• 20% Riding Brand Tall Fescue• 20% Promesse Timothy• 15% Boreal Creeping Red Fescue• 15% Aurora Alsike Clover
#15. Horse PastureEasy to establish, low maintenance blend, excellent for acreages, farm yards, high traffic areas and horse pastures• 50% Boreal Creeping Red Fescue• 20% Promesse Timothy• 15% BigBang Annual Ryegrass • 10% Big Blue Kentucky Bluegrass• 5% White Clover
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BrettYoung offers a wide selection of high-performance alfalfa varieties. Excellent forage yield potential,
very good regrowth and high moisture tolerance make these varieties the best alfalfa for your farm.
Industry-leading AlfalfasAlfalfa is a popular and profitable forage crop choice across Western Canada. BrettYoung is strongly
focused on alfalfa, with a commitment to quality, productivity and innovation. Over the past three years,
BrettYoung has released seven new alfalfa varieties to bring the utmost in yield performance, forage
quality, disease resistance, persistence and adaptability to your farm. Our new varieties offer a mixture
of rooting habits, regrowth, and other special characteristics like multifoliate, hybrid or traffic tolerance
to make sure you have access to the best alfalfa for your farm.
HybriForce 3400HybriForce 34001 is a third generation hybrid alfalfa. This hybrid features rapid establishment and
regrowth, combined with fine stems that deliver a high-quality forage with outstanding yield.
ALFALFA AND LEGUMES
NEW
1 Pending registration
12 1312
Primary use of Stand
Management System/Intensity
Stand/Production Goal
Typical Moisture Conditions
Variety Recommendation
4440 Blend Composition
4010 BR (Branch root)
4020 MF
3010 (Sunken crown)
4030 (Tap root)
2010 (Creeping root)
30%
30%
20%
15% 10%
Factors to Consider
Follow the alfalfa variety selector below to find the variety that is best suited for the soil and environmental
conditions on your farm that will achieve your forage production goals.
Hay/Haylage
Long-Term Stand
Dry
SpyderHybriForce
3400 4010 BR 4440 Blend
4030
High Quality (Multifoliate)
Long-Term Stand
Maximum Yield
Adequate VariableHigh Water Table Adequate
4020 MF
Dry
3010
2010
Multi-Cut Single Cut
ALFALFA VARIETY SELECTOR
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Primary use of Stand
Management System/Intensity
Stand/Production Goal
Typical Moisture Conditions
Variety Recommendation
For detailed descriptions and features of all alfalfa varieties see pages 16 and 17.
Pasture
2010 2010 20104010 4440 Blend
Long-Term Stand
Withstand High Traffic
Dry Dry DryHigh Water Table VariableModerate
to Good
Spyder Spyder Spyder
Managed Grazing
Continuous Grazing
Long-Term Stand
Special Soil Condition
Saline
Barricade SLT
Alfalfa and Legum
es
3010
14 15
Environmental Tolerances
GroupIntended
UseSpecies Variety
Rooting Habit
Plant TypePreferred Growing
ConditionsKey Features Limitations
Production Period
Winter Hardiness
Drought Flooding Optimum
pHAcidity Alkalinity Salinity
Approx. Seeds/lb
Alf
alfa
Hay
Alfa
lfa
4030 Tap root Upright Widely adapted
• High yield potential• Excellent digestibility• Fast recovery and regrowth
• Bloat hazard• Needs good
drainage
Spring – Fall
Very Good Good Low 6.0–7.8Low to
Moderate Moderate
to High Low to
Moderate 225,000
4020 MF Tap rootUpright
MultifoliateWidely adapted
• High multifoliate expression• Fast recovery• Good winter hardiness
• Bloat hazard• Needs good
drainage
Spring – Fall
Very Good Good Low 6.0–7.8Low to
ModerateModerate
to HighLow to
Moderate225,000
4010 BRBranch
rootUpright
Widely adapted; does well with higher water table
• Branch rooted to tolerate wet soils
• High forage yield• Persistent • Highly resistant to major
diseases
• Bloat hazardSpring –
FallGood Good Low 6.0–7.8
Low to Moderate
Moderate to High
Low to Moderate
225,000
4440 Blend Mixed Upright Widely adapted
• Blend of certified varieties• Widely adapted• High yield potential• Excellent winter hardiness• Disease resistance
• Bloat hazard• Needs good
drainage
Spring – Fall
Very Good Good Low 6.0–7.8Low to
ModerateModerate
to HighLow to
Moderate225,000
Adrenalin Tap root Upright
Multifoliate Widely adapted
• High multifoliate expression• Excellent stand persistence• Good winter hardiness
• Bloat hazard• Needs good
drainage
Spring – Fall
Good Good Low 6.0–7.8 Low to
Moderate Moderate
to High Low to
Moderate 225,000
Barricade SLT
Tap root Upright
Widely adapted; suitable for moderately saline conditions
• Improved salt tolerance• Excellent forage yield
potential• Broad disease and
pest resistance
• Bloat hazard• Needs good
drainage
Spring – Fall
Very Good Good Low 6.0–7.8Low to
ModerateModerate
to HighLow to
Moderate225,000
3400 Tap rootUpright Hybrid
Widely adapted; top yield and quality
• Highest forage yield potential• Rapid recovery• Excellent disease resistance• Dense, persistent stands• Fine stems and high quality
• Bloat hazard• Needs good
drainage
Spring – Fall
Good Good Low 6.0–7.8Low to
ModerateModerate
to HighLow to
Moderate225,000
Hay
& P
astu
re
3010Deep set
crownUpright
Widely adapted; suitable to pasture production
• High traffic tolerance due to deep set crowns
• High forage yield• Excellent disease
resistance package
• Bloat hazard• Needs good
drainage
Spring – Fall
Good Good Low 6.0–7.8Low to
ModerateModerate
to HighLow to
Moderate225,000
2010Creeping
rootUpright Drier
regions
• Excellent winter hardiness• Creeping rooted type• Good regrowth
• Bloat hazard• Needs good
drainage
Spring – Fall
Excellent Good Low 6.0–7.8Low to
ModerateModerate
to HighLow to
Moderate225,000
SpyderCreeping
rootUpright Drier
regions
• Excellent winter hardiness• Creeping rooted type• Good regrowth
• Bloat hazard• Needs good
drainage
Spring – Fall
Excellent Good Low 6.0–7.8Low to
ModerateModerate
to HighLow to
Moderate225,000
SurvivorDeep set
crownUpright Pasture
production
• High yield potential• Improved tolerance
to grazing• Improved traffic tolerance
• Bloat hazard• Needs good
drainage
Spring – Fall
Excellent Good Low 6.0–7.8Low to
ModerateModerate
to HighLow to
Moderate225,000
ALFALFA AND LEGUME VARIETIES
NEW
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Environmental Tolerances
GroupIntended
UseSpecies Variety
Rooting Habit
Plant TypePreferred Growing
ConditionsKey Features Limitations
Production Period
Winter Hardiness
Drought Flooding Optimum
pHAcidity Alkalinity Salinity
Approx. Seeds/lb
Alf
alfa
Hay
Alfa
lfa
4030 Tap root Upright Widely adapted
• High yield potential• Excellent digestibility• Fast recovery and regrowth
• Bloat hazard• Needs good
drainage
Spring – Fall
Very Good Good Low 6.0–7.8Low to
Moderate Moderate
to High Low to
Moderate 225,000
4020 MF Tap rootUpright
MultifoliateWidely adapted
• High multifoliate expression• Fast recovery• Good winter hardiness
• Bloat hazard• Needs good
drainage
Spring – Fall
Very Good Good Low 6.0–7.8Low to
ModerateModerate
to HighLow to
Moderate225,000
4010 BRBranch
rootUpright
Widely adapted; does well with higher water table
• Branch rooted to tolerate wet soils
• High forage yield• Persistent • Highly resistant to major
diseases
• Bloat hazardSpring –
FallGood Good Low 6.0–7.8
Low to Moderate
Moderate to High
Low to Moderate
225,000
4440 Blend Mixed Upright Widely adapted
• Blend of certified varieties• Widely adapted• High yield potential• Excellent winter hardiness• Disease resistance
• Bloat hazard• Needs good
drainage
Spring – Fall
Very Good Good Low 6.0–7.8Low to
ModerateModerate
to HighLow to
Moderate225,000
Adrenalin Tap root Upright
Multifoliate Widely adapted
• High multifoliate expression• Excellent stand persistence• Good winter hardiness
• Bloat hazard• Needs good
drainage
Spring – Fall
Good Good Low 6.0–7.8 Low to
Moderate Moderate
to High Low to
Moderate 225,000
Barricade SLT
Tap root Upright
Widely adapted; suitable for moderately saline conditions
• Improved salt tolerance• Excellent forage yield
potential• Broad disease and
pest resistance
• Bloat hazard• Needs good
drainage
Spring – Fall
Very Good Good Low 6.0–7.8Low to
ModerateModerate
to HighLow to
Moderate225,000
3400 Tap rootUpright Hybrid
Widely adapted; top yield and quality
• Highest forage yield potential• Rapid recovery• Excellent disease resistance• Dense, persistent stands• Fine stems and high quality
• Bloat hazard• Needs good
drainage
Spring – Fall
Good Good Low 6.0–7.8Low to
ModerateModerate
to HighLow to
Moderate225,000
Hay
& P
astu
re
3010Deep set
crownUpright
Widely adapted; suitable to pasture production
• High traffic tolerance due to deep set crowns
• High forage yield• Excellent disease
resistance package
• Bloat hazard• Needs good
drainage
Spring – Fall
Good Good Low 6.0–7.8Low to
ModerateModerate
to HighLow to
Moderate225,000
2010Creeping
rootUpright Drier
regions
• Excellent winter hardiness• Creeping rooted type• Good regrowth
• Bloat hazard• Needs good
drainage
Spring – Fall
Excellent Good Low 6.0–7.8Low to
ModerateModerate
to HighLow to
Moderate225,000
SpyderCreeping
rootUpright Drier
regions
• Excellent winter hardiness• Creeping rooted type• Good regrowth
• Bloat hazard• Needs good
drainage
Spring – Fall
Excellent Good Low 6.0–7.8Low to
ModerateModerate
to HighLow to
Moderate225,000
SurvivorDeep set
crownUpright Pasture
production
• High yield potential• Improved tolerance
to grazing• Improved traffic tolerance
• Bloat hazard• Needs good
drainage
Spring – Fall
Excellent Good Low 6.0–7.8Low to
ModerateModerate
to HighLow to
Moderate225,000
Alfalfa and Legum
es
16 17
Environmental Tolerances
GroupIntended
UseSpecies Variety
Rooting Habit
Plant Type
Preferred Growing Conditions Key Features Limitations
Production Period
Winter Hardiness Drought Flooding
Optimum pH
Acidity Alkalinity Salinity Approx.
Seeds/lb
Blo
at F
ree
Legu
me
Past
ure
Birdsfoot Trefoil
LeoTap root
with branches
Low growing
Adapted to areas with higher moisture
• Good winter hardiness• High flood tolerance• Bloat free legume
• Difficult to establish
Spring – Fall
Moderate to Good
Moderate High 6.2–6.5Moderate
to HighModerate
Low to Moderate
370,000
Cicer Milkvetch
AC Oxley II
Creeping root
Upright
Widely adapted; creeps best in coarser textured soils
• Widely adapted• Moderately tolerant
to salinity• Ideal pasture legume• Bloat free legume
• Difficult to establish
Late Spring – Fall
Very High
Moderate to High
Low 6.0–7.8Low to
ModerateModerate
Low to Moderate
120,000
Sainfoin Tap root Upright Widely adapted to well drained soils
• Good drought tolerance• Good to excellent winter
hardiness• Good tolerance to
alkaline soils• Bloat free legume
• Limited regrowth
Spring – Summer
GoodModerate
to HighLow 6.0–7.8 Low Moderate Low 25,000
Clo
ver
Hay
& P
astu
re
Alsike Clover
BranchedLow
growingLow-lying moist areas
• Tolerant to poorly drained soils
• Excellent winter hardiness
• Flood tolerance 7–14 days• Fits shorter-term stands
• Bloat hazard• Risk for grazing
horsesSpring Good
Poor to Moderate
Moderate to High
5.7–7.0 ModerateLow to
ModerateLow 680,000
Wildcat Double Cut Red Clover
WildcatTap root
with branches
Upright
Best suited to areas with good moisture and good drainage; tolerates lower pH soils
• Top yielding red clover• Excellent winter
hardiness• High moisture tolerance
• Bloat hazard• Short-lived Spring Moderate Low Moderate 5.5–7.5 Moderate Moderate Low 240,000
Red Clover
Single Cut
Tap root with
branchesUpright
Best suited to areas with good moisture and good drainage; tolerates lower pH soils
• Excellent emergence• Tolerates acidic soils• Short-lived perennial
• Bloat hazard• Short-lived Spring Moderate
Low to Moderate
Moderate 5.5–7.5 Moderate Moderate Low 275,000
Sweet Clover (Yellow
Blossom)
Norgold Tap root Upright
Widely adapted; very productive on well drained fertile soils
• Low coumarin for reduced risk of bleeding diseases in cattle
• Commonly used as a soil builder
• Excellent winter hardiness
• BiennialSpring of second
(biennial)Good
Moderate to High
Low 6.5–7.5 Low Moderate Moderate 250,000
Sweet Clover (Yellow
Blossom)
Tap root Upright
Widely adapted; very productive on well drained fertile soils
• Widely used as a green manure and soil improvement crop
• More heat and drought resistant than alfalfa
• Excellent source of nectar and pollen for bees
• Biennial• Concern with
spoilage and coumarin content for feeding cattle
Spring of second (biennial)
GoodModerate
to HighLow 6.5–7.5 Low Moderate Moderate 250,000
Past
ure
White Clover
Rhizo- matous
Low growing
Prefers heavier moist soils
• Low growing• Tolerant to close mowing
and grazing• Bloat hazard
Spring – Fall
Good PoorLow to
Moderate5.5–7.0 Moderate Low Low 775,000
ALFALFA AND LEGUME VARIETIES
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Environmental Tolerances
GroupIntended
UseSpecies Variety
Rooting Habit
Plant Type
Preferred Growing Conditions Key Features Limitations
Production Period
Winter Hardiness Drought Flooding
Optimum pH
Acidity Alkalinity Salinity Approx.
Seeds/lb
Blo
at F
ree
Legu
me
Past
ure
Birdsfoot Trefoil
LeoTap root
with branches
Low growing
Adapted to areas with higher moisture
• Good winter hardiness• High flood tolerance• Bloat free legume
• Difficult to establish
Spring – Fall
Moderate to Good
Moderate High 6.2–6.5Moderate
to HighModerate
Low to Moderate
370,000
Cicer Milkvetch
AC Oxley II
Creeping root
Upright
Widely adapted; creeps best in coarser textured soils
• Widely adapted• Moderately tolerant
to salinity• Ideal pasture legume• Bloat free legume
• Difficult to establish
Late Spring – Fall
Very High
Moderate to High
Low 6.0–7.8Low to
ModerateModerate
Low to Moderate
120,000
Sainfoin Tap root Upright Widely adapted to well drained soils
• Good drought tolerance• Good to excellent winter
hardiness• Good tolerance to
alkaline soils• Bloat free legume
• Limited regrowth
Spring – Summer
GoodModerate
to HighLow 6.0–7.8 Low Moderate Low 25,000
Clo
ver
Hay
& P
astu
re
Alsike Clover
BranchedLow
growingLow-lying moist areas
• Tolerant to poorly drained soils
• Excellent winter hardiness
• Flood tolerance 7–14 days• Fits shorter-term stands
• Bloat hazard• Risk for grazing
horsesSpring Good
Poor to Moderate
Moderate to High
5.7–7.0 ModerateLow to
ModerateLow 680,000
Wildcat Double Cut Red Clover
WildcatTap root
with branches
Upright
Best suited to areas with good moisture and good drainage; tolerates lower pH soils
• Top yielding red clover• Excellent winter
hardiness• High moisture tolerance
• Bloat hazard• Short-lived Spring Moderate Low Moderate 5.5–7.5 Moderate Moderate Low 240,000
Red Clover
Single Cut
Tap root with
branchesUpright
Best suited to areas with good moisture and good drainage; tolerates lower pH soils
• Excellent emergence• Tolerates acidic soils• Short-lived perennial
• Bloat hazard• Short-lived Spring Moderate
Low to Moderate
Moderate 5.5–7.5 Moderate Moderate Low 275,000
Sweet Clover (Yellow
Blossom)
Norgold Tap root Upright
Widely adapted; very productive on well drained fertile soils
• Low coumarin for reduced risk of bleeding diseases in cattle
• Commonly used as a soil builder
• Excellent winter hardiness
• BiennialSpring of second
(biennial)Good
Moderate to High
Low 6.5–7.5 Low Moderate Moderate 250,000
Sweet Clover (Yellow
Blossom)
Tap root Upright
Widely adapted; very productive on well drained fertile soils
• Widely used as a green manure and soil improvement crop
• More heat and drought resistant than alfalfa
• Excellent source of nectar and pollen for bees
• Biennial• Concern with
spoilage and coumarin content for feeding cattle
Spring of second (biennial)
GoodModerate
to HighLow 6.5–7.5 Low Moderate Moderate 250,000
Past
ure
White Clover
Rhizo- matous
Low growing
Prefers heavier moist soils
• Low growing• Tolerant to close mowing
and grazing• Bloat hazard
Spring – Fall
Good PoorLow to
Moderate5.5–7.0 Moderate Low Low 775,000
Alfalfa &
Legumes
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Whether you are looking for high fertility, quick regrowth or excellent flood tolerance, when it comes to a
successful grazing operation, don’t settle for anything less than BrettYoung’s full line of forage grasses.
Full Line of Forage GrassesImproved grass varieties are an important component of most hay and pasture stands. They add to the
productivity, yield, quality and timing of production of most mixtures. Grasses are core to a successful grazing
operation and often are key components to a top hay blend. BrettYoung is continually working with variety
developers to offer a complete portfolio of improved varieties of all grass species to meet your specific
production needs.
Selecting the right grass for your situation is critical to the successful establishment and management of your
hay or pasture stands. Our Regional Account Managers are pleased to work with you to make the best choices
for your specific needs. Our guide offers a number of tools to help you learn more about each of the grass
varieties and species we offer and where they fit the best.
Forage Grass Groups Available• Annual Ryegrass• Bromegrass• Fescue• Orchardgrass• Timothy• Wheatgrass• Wildrye
FORAGE GRASSES
2020
Environmental Tolerances
Group Intended Use Species Variety Rooting
HabitPlant Type
Preferred Growing Conditions Key Features Limitations Production
PeriodWinter
Hardiness Drought Flooding Optimum pH Acidity Alkalinity Salinity Approx. Seeds/lb
Ann
ual
Past
ure
Annual Ryegrass
BigBangAubade
Bunch- grass Basal
Soil of medium to high fertility with adequate moisture
• Tetraploid type• Very leafy bunchgrass• Suitable for annual hay production in
high moisture areas
• Prone to drought stress
Mid to Late Summer, Fall Annual Low High 5.5–7.5 Moderate to
HighLow to
ModerateLow to
Moderate 220,000
Italian Ryegrass Fabio Bunch-
grass BasalSoil of medium to high fertility with adequate moisture
• Tetraploid type• Fast growing leafy and high-quality
annual grass• High-quality and palatable feed• Requires high fertility
• Prone to drought stress
Mid to Late Summer, Fall Annual Low High 5.5–7.5 Moderate to
HighLow to
ModerateLow to
Moderate 220,000
Gra
zing
/cov
er
crop
Tillage Radish Tap Brassica
Prefers well drained soils and cool growing conditions
• In season and late season grazing• soil improvement
Late summer & Fall Annual Low to
Moderate Low 5.5–7.5 Moderate to High Moderate Low to
Moderate 150,000
Turnip Tap BrassicaPrefers well drained soils and cool growing conditions
• In season and late season grazing Late summer & Fall Annual Low to
Moderate Low 5.5–7.5 Moderate to High Moderate Low to
Moderate 150,000
Sila
ge,
Gra
zing
, G
reen
feed
Sorghum Sudangrass BMR Fibrous
Warm Season Grass
Prefers warm soil and growing conditions
• Triazine tolerant• High Yields
• Nitrate Risk
Late summer & Fall Annual Moderate to
High Moderate 6.0–7.5 Moderate Moderate Moderate 25,000
Millet Golden German Fibrous
Warm Season Grass
Prefers warm soil and growing conditions
• Very good for swath grazing • Nitrate Risk
Late summer & Fall Annual Moderate to
High Moderate 6.0–7.5 Moderate Moderate Moderate 200,000
Sila
ge,
Gre
enfe
ed Oat/Pea Sprint MixtureCool Season grass legume
MixtureWidely adapted
• Good nurse crop• Good quality Summer Annual Moderate Moderate 6.0–7.5 Moderate Moderate Moderate 12,000
Triticale/Pea Tripper Mixture
Cool Season grass legume
MixtureWidely adapted
• Good nurse crop• Good quality Summer Annual Moderate Moderate 6.0–7.5 Moderate Moderate Moderate 14,000
Bro
meg
rass
Hay
& P
astu
re
Hybrid Brome Bigfoot Slow sod
formingBasal &
Elongating
Adapted to a wide range of soils, especially loams and sandy loams
• Combination of sod forming roots and basal leaves
• Slower regrowth than meadow bromegrass but quicker than smooth bromegrass
Spring – Late Summer Good Moderate to
High Moderate 6.0–7.5 Moderate Moderate Low to Moderate 90,000
Meadow Brome Fleet Bunch-
grass BasalWidely adapted; prefers well drained soils
• Excellent pasture variety• Widely adapted• Excellent regrowth• Excellent winter hardiness
• Poor tolerance to flooding
Early Spring – Late Summer Good Moderate to
High Low 6.0–7.5 Moderate Moderate Low to Moderate 90,000
Smooth Brome Carlton
Aggressive sod
formingElongating Widely adapted
• Excellent winter hardiness• Aggressive sod forming roots • Slow regrowth• Widely adapted• Exhibits disease resistance
• Considered an invasive species in many range areas
Mid Spring – Mid Summer Excellent Moderate to
High Moderate 6.0–7.5 Moderate Moderate Low to Moderate 142,000
Fesc
ues
Creeping Red Fescue Boreal Sod
forming BasalWidely adapted; does best in high rainfall areas
• Does well on a wide range of soil types• Is most productive under high moisture
conditions• Tolerates close grazing and survives
drought
• Low production under drier conditions
Spring – Fall Excellent Moderate to High Moderate 5.5–7.5 Moderate to
High Moderate Low to Moderate 375,000
Meadow Fescue
Bunch- grass Basal
Prefers soils with good moisture and good drainage
• Basal leaf growth suitable for grazing• Tolerant to acidity
• Not always winter hardy Spring – Fall Fair to
Good Moderate Moderate to High 5.5–6.5 Moderate Moderate Moderate 230,000
Tall Fescue Kokanee Bunch-
grass BasalWidely adapted; does best on moist heavy textured soils
• Excellent heat and drought tolerance• Endophyte free• Excellent seedling vigour• Moderate winter hardiness• Adapted to a variety of soil types
• Not always winter hardy Spring – Fall Fair to
Good Moderate Moderate to High 5.5–6.5 High Moderate Moderate
to High 205,000
FORAGE GRASS VARIETIES
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Environmental Tolerances
Group Intended Use Species Variety Rooting
HabitPlant Type
Preferred Growing Conditions Key Features Limitations Production
PeriodWinter
Hardiness Drought Flooding Optimum pH Acidity Alkalinity Salinity Approx. Seeds/lb
Ann
ual
Past
ure
Annual Ryegrass
BigBangAubade
Bunch- grass Basal
Soil of medium to high fertility with adequate moisture
• Tetraploid type• Very leafy bunchgrass• Suitable for annual hay production in
high moisture areas
• Prone to drought stress
Mid to Late Summer, Fall Annual Low High 5.5–7.5 Moderate to
HighLow to
ModerateLow to
Moderate 220,000
Italian Ryegrass Fabio Bunch-
grass BasalSoil of medium to high fertility with adequate moisture
• Tetraploid type• Fast growing leafy and high-quality
annual grass• High-quality and palatable feed• Requires high fertility
• Prone to drought stress
Mid to Late Summer, Fall Annual Low High 5.5–7.5 Moderate to
HighLow to
ModerateLow to
Moderate 220,000
Gra
zing
/cov
er
crop
Tillage Radish Tap Brassica
Prefers well drained soils and cool growing conditions
• In season and late season grazing• soil improvement
Late summer & Fall Annual Low to
Moderate Low 5.5–7.5 Moderate to High Moderate Low to
Moderate 150,000
Turnip Tap BrassicaPrefers well drained soils and cool growing conditions
• In season and late season grazing Late summer & Fall Annual Low to
Moderate Low 5.5–7.5 Moderate to High Moderate Low to
Moderate 150,000
Sila
ge,
Gra
zing
, G
reen
feed
Sorghum Sudangrass BMR Fibrous
Warm Season Grass
Prefers warm soil and growing conditions
• Triazine tolerant• High Yields
• Nitrate Risk
Late summer & Fall Annual Moderate to
High Moderate 6.0–7.5 Moderate Moderate Moderate 25,000
Millet Golden German Fibrous
Warm Season Grass
Prefers warm soil and growing conditions
• Very good for swath grazing • Nitrate Risk
Late summer & Fall Annual Moderate to
High Moderate 6.0–7.5 Moderate Moderate Moderate 200,000
Sila
ge,
Gre
enfe
ed Oat/Pea Sprint MixtureCool Season grass legume
MixtureWidely adapted
• Good nurse crop• Good quality Summer Annual Moderate Moderate 6.0–7.5 Moderate Moderate Moderate 12,000
Triticale/Pea Tripper Mixture
Cool Season grass legume
MixtureWidely adapted
• Good nurse crop• Good quality Summer Annual Moderate Moderate 6.0–7.5 Moderate Moderate Moderate 14,000
Bro
meg
rass
Hay
& P
astu
re
Hybrid Brome Bigfoot Slow sod
formingBasal &
Elongating
Adapted to a wide range of soils, especially loams and sandy loams
• Combination of sod forming roots and basal leaves
• Slower regrowth than meadow bromegrass but quicker than smooth bromegrass
Spring – Late Summer Good Moderate to
High Moderate 6.0–7.5 Moderate Moderate Low to Moderate 90,000
Meadow Brome Fleet Bunch-
grass BasalWidely adapted; prefers well drained soils
• Excellent pasture variety• Widely adapted• Excellent regrowth• Excellent winter hardiness
• Poor tolerance to flooding
Early Spring – Late Summer Good Moderate to
High Low 6.0–7.5 Moderate Moderate Low to Moderate 90,000
Smooth Brome Carlton
Aggressive sod
formingElongating Widely adapted
• Excellent winter hardiness• Aggressive sod forming roots • Slow regrowth• Widely adapted• Exhibits disease resistance
• Considered an invasive species in many range areas
Mid Spring – Mid Summer Excellent Moderate to
High Moderate 6.0–7.5 Moderate Moderate Low to Moderate 142,000
Fesc
ues
Creeping Red Fescue Boreal Sod
forming BasalWidely adapted; does best in high rainfall areas
• Does well on a wide range of soil types• Is most productive under high moisture
conditions• Tolerates close grazing and survives
drought
• Low production under drier conditions
Spring – Fall Excellent Moderate to High Moderate 5.5–7.5 Moderate to
High Moderate Low to Moderate 375,000
Meadow Fescue
Bunch- grass Basal
Prefers soils with good moisture and good drainage
• Basal leaf growth suitable for grazing• Tolerant to acidity
• Not always winter hardy Spring – Fall Fair to
Good Moderate Moderate to High 5.5–6.5 Moderate Moderate Moderate 230,000
Tall Fescue Kokanee Bunch-
grass BasalWidely adapted; does best on moist heavy textured soils
• Excellent heat and drought tolerance• Endophyte free• Excellent seedling vigour• Moderate winter hardiness• Adapted to a variety of soil types
• Not always winter hardy Spring – Fall Fair to
Good Moderate Moderate to High 5.5–6.5 High Moderate Moderate
to High 205,000
Forage Grasses and Turf G
rasses
22 23
Environmental Tolerances
GroupIntended
UseSpecies Variety
Rooting Habit
Plant Type
Preferred Growing Conditions
Key Features LimitationsProduction
PeriodWinter
HardinessDrought Flooding Optimum pH Acidity Alkalinity Salinity
Approx. Seeds/lb
Fesc
ues
Hay
&
Past
ure
Tall FescueRiding Brand
Bunch- grass
BasalWidely adapted; does best on moist heavy textured soils
• Excellent heat and drought tolerance• Endophyte free• Excellent seedling vigour• Moderate winter hardiness• Adapted to a variety of soil types
• Not always winter hardy
Spring – FallFair to Good
ModerateModerate
to High5.5–6.5 High Moderate
Moderate to High
205,000
Mis
cella
neou
s
Past
ure
Creeping Foxtail
Sod forming
BasalAdapted to soils with continuous moisture
• Excellent flood tolerance• Difficult to
handle seedSpring – Fall Very Good Poor High 5.5–7.5
Moderate to High
LowLow to
Moderate785,000
Kentucky Bluegrass
Big Blue
Sod forming
BasalDoes best on well drained highly productive soils
• Long-lived• Highly palatable• Tolerance to flooding and close grazing
• Does not tolerate drought
Spring – Fall ExcellentLow to
ModerateModerate 5.5–7.5
Low to Moderate
Low to Moderate
Low 2,100,000
Meadow Foxtail
Bunch- grass
BasalPrefers cool conditions and high water tables
• Excellent flood tolerance• Difficult to
handle seedEarly Spring
– FallGood Low High 5.5–7.5
Moderate to High
Moderate Low 410,000
Perennial Ryegrass
Lactal Bunch- grass
BasalMedium to high fertility soils with adequate moisture
• Very leafy bunchgrass• High-quality forage• Susceptible to winterkill• Requires high fertility
• Very susceptible to winter killing
Mid to Late Summer,
FallPoor Low Moderate 5.5–7.5 Moderate
Low to Moderate
Low to Moderate
240,000
Hay
& P
astu
re
Reed Canary-
grassRival Sod
formingElongating
Grows well on poorly drained soils prone to flooding
• Low alkaloid variety• Can be subjected to temporary
flowing up to 8 weeks• Excellent winter hardiness
• Not saline tolerant
Spring – Summer
Good Moderate Excellent 5.5–7.5 Moderate Moderate Low 535,000
Orc
hard
gras
s Orchard- grass
AC Killarney
Bunch- grass
Basal
Prefers medium textured well drained soils with good moisture
• Very good winter hardiness• Late maturity• Dense leafy production
• Not always winter hardy
Spring – Fall Good ModerateLow to
Moderate6.0–7.5 Moderate Low
Low to Moderate
425,000
Orchard- grass
Glacier Brand
Bunch- grass
Basal
Prefers medium textured well drained soils with good moisture
• Good winter hardiness• Quick regrowth
• Not always winter hardy
Spring – FallFair to Good
ModerateLow to
Moderate6.0–7.5 Moderate Low
Low to Moderate
425,000
Tim
othy
Timothy Promesse Bunch- grass
BasalAdapted to cool, moist areas; good tolerance to waterlogged soils
• Early maturity• Superior resistance to lodging• High yields• Extremely leafy
• Not saline or drought tolerant
• Not tolerant to continuous grazing
Spring – Summer
Good Low High 5.6–7.3 High Low Low 1,200,000
FORAGE GRASS VARIETIES
24
Environmental Tolerances
GroupIntended
UseSpecies Variety
Rooting Habit
Plant Type
Preferred Growing Conditions
Key Features LimitationsProduction
PeriodWinter
HardinessDrought Flooding Optimum pH Acidity Alkalinity Salinity
Approx. Seeds/lb
Fesc
ues
Hay
&
Past
ure
Tall FescueRiding Brand
Bunch- grass
BasalWidely adapted; does best on moist heavy textured soils
• Excellent heat and drought tolerance• Endophyte free• Excellent seedling vigour• Moderate winter hardiness• Adapted to a variety of soil types
• Not always winter hardy
Spring – FallFair to Good
ModerateModerate
to High5.5–6.5 High Moderate
Moderate to High
205,000
Mis
cella
neou
s
Past
ure
Creeping Foxtail
Sod forming
BasalAdapted to soils with continuous moisture
• Excellent flood tolerance• Difficult to
handle seedSpring – Fall Very Good Poor High 5.5–7.5
Moderate to High
LowLow to
Moderate785,000
Kentucky Bluegrass
Big Blue
Sod forming
BasalDoes best on well drained highly productive soils
• Long-lived• Highly palatable• Tolerance to flooding and close grazing
• Does not tolerate drought
Spring – Fall ExcellentLow to
ModerateModerate 5.5–7.5
Low to Moderate
Low to Moderate
Low 2,100,000
Meadow Foxtail
Bunch- grass
BasalPrefers cool conditions and high water tables
• Excellent flood tolerance• Difficult to
handle seedEarly Spring
– FallGood Low High 5.5–7.5
Moderate to High
Moderate Low 410,000
Perennial Ryegrass
Lactal Bunch- grass
BasalMedium to high fertility soils with adequate moisture
• Very leafy bunchgrass• High-quality forage• Susceptible to winterkill• Requires high fertility
• Very susceptible to winter killing
Mid to Late Summer,
FallPoor Low Moderate 5.5–7.5 Moderate
Low to Moderate
Low to Moderate
240,000
Hay
& P
astu
re
Reed Canary-
grassRival Sod
formingElongating
Grows well on poorly drained soils prone to flooding
• Low alkaloid variety• Can be subjected to temporary
flowing up to 8 weeks• Excellent winter hardiness
• Not saline tolerant
Spring – Summer
Good Moderate Excellent 5.5–7.5 Moderate Moderate Low 535,000
Orc
hard
gras
s Orchard- grass
AC Killarney
Bunch- grass
Basal
Prefers medium textured well drained soils with good moisture
• Very good winter hardiness• Late maturity• Dense leafy production
• Not always winter hardy
Spring – Fall Good ModerateLow to
Moderate6.0–7.5 Moderate Low
Low to Moderate
425,000
Orchard- grass
Glacier Brand
Bunch- grass
Basal
Prefers medium textured well drained soils with good moisture
• Good winter hardiness• Quick regrowth
• Not always winter hardy
Spring – FallFair to Good
ModerateLow to
Moderate6.0–7.5 Moderate Low
Low to Moderate
425,000
Tim
othy
Timothy Promesse Bunch- grass
BasalAdapted to cool, moist areas; good tolerance to waterlogged soils
• Early maturity• Superior resistance to lodging• High yields• Extremely leafy
• Not saline or drought tolerant
• Not tolerant to continuous grazing
Spring – Summer
Good Low High 5.6–7.3 High Low Low 1,200,000
Forage Grasses and Turf G
rasses
24 25
Environmental Tolerances
GroupIntended
UseSpecies Variety
Rooting Habit
Plant TypePreferred Growing
ConditionsKey Features Limitations
Production Period
Winter Hardiness
Drought Tolerance
Flooding Tolerance
Optimum pHAcidity
ToleranceAlkalinity Tolerance
Salinity Tolerance
Approx. Seeds/lb
Whe
atgr
asse
s
Hay
& P
astu
reCrested Wheat-
grass (Fairway
Type)
Fairway Bunch-grass
Basal
Widely adapted; does best in medium to coarse well drained soils; does better than Standard types under more moist conditions
• Diploid type• Finer stemmed• Tolerates more moisture
• Forage quality drops after heading
Early Spring Excellent Excellent Low 6.6–8.4 LowModerate
to HighLow to
Moderate300,000
Crested Wheat-
grass (Standard
Type)
Kirk AC Goliath
Bunch-grass
Basal
Widely adapted; does best in medium to coarse well drained soils
• Tetraploid type• Higher yielding than Kirk Crested• Larger seed (25% heavier)• Tolerant to heavy grazing
• Forage quality drops after heading
Early Spring Excellent Excellent Low 6.6–8.4 LowModerate
to HighLow to
Moderate195,000
Inter-mediate Wheat-
grass
Clarke Slow sod forming
Elongating
Widely adapted; prefers well drained soils with adequate moisture
• Deep-feeding root system• Produces excellent pasture yields• Short-lived under intensive use
• Shorter-lived under intensive use
Late Spring – Mid Summer
GoodModerate to
HighLow 6.0–8.4 Low Moderate
Low to Moderate
80,000
Northern Wheat-
grass
Sod forming
ElongatingPrefers dry medium to coarse textured soils
• Cures well on stem; suitable for late season or winter pasture
Mid Spring – Mid Summer
Good Very High Moderate 6.6–8.4Low to
ModerateModerate
to HighModerate 145,000
Pubescent Wheat-
grass
Slow sod forming
Elongating
Widely adapted; prefers well drained soils with adequate moisture
• Widely adapted• Moderately tolerant to salinity• Good in mixtures with alfalfa
• Shorter-lived under intensive grazing
Spring – Summer
GoodModerate to
HighLow 6.0–8.4 Low Moderate
Low to Moderate
80,000
Slender Wheat-
grassAdanac Bunch-
grassElongating
Adapted to a wide range of soils; prefers well drained loamy soils
• Saline tolerant• Spring flood tolerant
• Short-lived perennial
Mid Spring – Summer
Good Moderate Moderate 6.6–8.4Low to
ModerateModerate
to HighHigh 135,000
Tall Wheat-
grass
Bunch-grass
Basal
Adapted to poorly drained alkali soils; prefers a high water table
• Excellent winter hardiness• Good flood tolerance• Very tolerant to saline soil conditions
• Lower palatability
Late Spring – Mid Summer
Excellent HighModerate
to High6.6–8.4
Low to Moderate
High Very High 75,000
Western Wheat-
grass
Sod forming
ElongatingWidely adapted; prefers heavy soils
• Drought tolerant • Saline tolerant
Spring – Fall ExcellentModerate to
HighModerate
to High6.6–8.4
Low to Moderate
Moderate to High
High 115,000
Wild
rye
Dahurian Wildrye
James Bunch-grass
BasalWidely adapted but short-lived
• Very vigorous seedlings• Used in hay and pasture mixes for
establishment
• Short-lived perennial
Spring – Fall Good Moderate Low 6.0–8.4 Low Moderate High 80,000
Russian Wildrye
AC Tom Bunch-grass
Basal
Widely adapted; most productive on fertile loam soils; most commonly used in drier regions
• Excellent pasture grass, good for winter grazing
• Good early growth• Salt tolerant• Excellent drought tolerance when
established
• Poor seedling vigour
Early Spring – Mid Summer
Excellent Very High Low 6.6–8.4Low to
ModerateModerate
to HighHigh 150,000
FORAGE GRASS VARIETIES
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Environmental Tolerances
GroupIntended
UseSpecies Variety
Rooting Habit
Plant TypePreferred Growing
ConditionsKey Features Limitations
Production Period
Winter Hardiness
Drought Tolerance
Flooding Tolerance
Optimum pHAcidity
ToleranceAlkalinity Tolerance
Salinity Tolerance
Approx. Seeds/lb
Whe
atgr
asse
s
Hay
& P
astu
re
Crested Wheat-
grass (Fairway
Type)
Fairway Bunch-grass
Basal
Widely adapted; does best in medium to coarse well drained soils; does better than Standard types under more moist conditions
• Diploid type• Finer stemmed• Tolerates more moisture
• Forage quality drops after heading
Early Spring Excellent Excellent Low 6.6–8.4 LowModerate
to HighLow to
Moderate300,000
Crested Wheat-
grass (Standard
Type)
Kirk AC Goliath
Bunch-grass
Basal
Widely adapted; does best in medium to coarse well drained soils
• Tetraploid type• Higher yielding than Kirk Crested• Larger seed (25% heavier)• Tolerant to heavy grazing
• Forage quality drops after heading
Early Spring Excellent Excellent Low 6.6–8.4 LowModerate
to HighLow to
Moderate195,000
Inter-mediate Wheat-
grass
Clarke Slow sod forming
Elongating
Widely adapted; prefers well drained soils with adequate moisture
• Deep-feeding root system• Produces excellent pasture yields• Short-lived under intensive use
• Shorter-lived under intensive use
Late Spring – Mid Summer
GoodModerate to
HighLow 6.0–8.4 Low Moderate
Low to Moderate
80,000
Northern Wheat-
grass
Sod forming
ElongatingPrefers dry medium to coarse textured soils
• Cures well on stem; suitable for late season or winter pasture
Mid Spring – Mid Summer
Good Very High Moderate 6.6–8.4Low to
ModerateModerate
to HighModerate 145,000
Pubescent Wheat-
grass
Slow sod forming
Elongating
Widely adapted; prefers well drained soils with adequate moisture
• Widely adapted• Moderately tolerant to salinity• Good in mixtures with alfalfa
• Shorter-lived under intensive grazing
Spring – Summer
GoodModerate to
HighLow 6.0–8.4 Low Moderate
Low to Moderate
80,000
Slender Wheat-
grassAdanac Bunch-
grassElongating
Adapted to a wide range of soils; prefers well drained loamy soils
• Saline tolerant• Spring flood tolerant
• Short-lived perennial
Mid Spring – Summer
Good Moderate Moderate 6.6–8.4Low to
ModerateModerate
to HighHigh 135,000
Tall Wheat-
grass
Bunch-grass
Basal
Adapted to poorly drained alkali soils; prefers a high water table
• Excellent winter hardiness• Good flood tolerance• Very tolerant to saline soil conditions
• Lower palatability
Late Spring – Mid Summer
Excellent HighModerate
to High6.6–8.4
Low to Moderate
High Very High 75,000
Western Wheat-
grass
Sod forming
ElongatingWidely adapted; prefers heavy soils
• Drought tolerant • Saline tolerant
Spring – Fall ExcellentModerate to
HighModerate
to High6.6–8.4
Low to Moderate
Moderate to High
High 115,000
Wild
rye
Dahurian Wildrye
James Bunch-grass
BasalWidely adapted but short-lived
• Very vigorous seedlings• Used in hay and pasture mixes for
establishment
• Short-lived perennial
Spring – Fall Good Moderate Low 6.0–8.4 Low Moderate High 80,000
Russian Wildrye
AC Tom Bunch-grass
Basal
Widely adapted; most productive on fertile loam soils; most commonly used in drier regions
• Excellent pasture grass, good for winter grazing
• Good early growth• Salt tolerant• Excellent drought tolerance when
established
• Poor seedling vigour
Early Spring – Mid Summer
Excellent Very High Low 6.6–8.4Low to
ModerateModerate
to HighHigh 150,000
Forage Grasses and Turf G
rasses
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BrettYoung is a major producer of turf species and has an extensive line-up of improved turf varieties. Whatever turf
application you have, BrettYoung stocks several turf blends to cover your needs.
Executive Blend
Kentucky Bluegrass has long been a popular turf grass in
temperate zones around the world. Executive Blend is a
mixture of BrettYoung’s best semi-dwarf Kentucky
Bluegrass varieties that combine fine leaves, less
vertical growth, persistence, heat tolerance, disease
resistance and excellent turf quality.
• 100% Improved Kentucky Bluegrass Varieties
Premium Turf Blend
The Premium Turf Blend combines the benefits of the
Kentucky Bluegrass with additional shade tolerance
from Aberdeen – a creeping red fescue with improved
turf characteristics. Premium Turf Blend also includes
10% improved perennial ryegrass to get your lawn off to
a quicker start.
• 60% Improved Kentucky Bluegrass Varieties• 30% Aberdeen Creeping Red Fescue• 10% Improved Perennial Ryegrass Variety
All Purpose Mix
The All Purpose Mix is well suited to sun or shade and
has annual ryegrass to germinate quicker and aid in
establishment. All Purpose Mix does not use improved
turf varieties, which reduces turf quality and provides a
more economical option for establishing your lawn.
• 40% Common Kentucky Bluegrass• 40% Common Creeping Red Fescue• 20% Diploid Annual Ryegrass
Eco-Turf Blend
The Eco-Turf Blend includes improved varieties of
creeping red fescue, sheep fescue, chewings fescue and
hard fescue. The result is a mixture that will provide a
dense, high-quality turf that has reduced regrowth and
requires less water than other turf mixtures.
• 35% Aberdeen Creeping Red Fescue• 20% Common Sheep Fescue• 25% Improved Chewings Fescue Variety• 20% Improved Hard Fescue Variety
Playground/Rural Lawn Mix
For areas that require less maintenance, can experience
drought and do not require the look of a high-quality
turf, the Playground/Rural Lawn Mix is an excellent
option. It will do well in sun or shade, but in extreme
drought, the Fairway crested wheatgrass will become
more dominant.
• 35% Common Kentucky Bluegrass• 35% Common Creeping Red Fescue• 20% Fairway Crested Wheatgrass• 10% Diploid Annual Ryegrass
Establishing Your LawnHere are some great tips to make sure your lawn
establishes:
• Seed at 4 pounds per 1,000 square feet.
• Use a high-quality starter fertilizer: 18-24-12 with 50% slow release nitrogen is ideal at a rate of 10 pounds per 1,000 square feet.
• Grass seed needs water and light to germinate. Seed shallow and frequently water lightly for 3 to 4 weeks until full germination is reached.
TURF GRASS BLENDS
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Recommended Use
Sports Fields
Perfect Lawn
Economy Lawn
Sun Mixture
Shade Mixture
Playgrounds Low Maintenance
Drought
Executive Blend P P PPremium Turf
Blend P P P PAll Pupose Mix P P P PEco-Turf Blend P P P P P
Playground/Rural Lawn Mix P P P
Forage Grasses and Turf G
rasses
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Elite, based in Quebec, prides itself on delivering varieties tailored to the specific needs of farmers and has
demonstrated this commitment through its continued investments in crop production research, plant breeding, and
crop variety development at its Research Centre in Quebec as well as satellite testing locations in Western Canada.
Elite’s corn hybrid selections are done in a climatic zone with heat units similar to Western Canadian conditions.
Selected hybrids are then evaluated under Western Canadian conditions prior to making final variety selections that
we will offer. When farmers choose Elite, they are choosing cutting-edge products and technology, as well as industry-
leading expertise to optimize their results.
BrettYoung and Elite have partnered to bring the best corn varieties to Western Canada for 2015. With cutting-edge
products and technology, and industry-leading expertise, it’s no wonder Elite corn is the choice of feed pros.
Performance Corn
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HybridGenetic
TraitRefuge Needed
Silage CHU
Silking CHU
Maturity Zone (CHU) Yield
Plant Height
GrainType
Spring Vigour
Ear Coverage Stalk Root Digestibility NEL Milk/Acre
Plant Health
Yukon R RR2 N/A 2150 1250 1900-2200 9 VT F 9 5 8 8 9 8 8 8
Yukon R produces vigorous yields for an early maturing silage/grazing hybrid which, combined with excellent digestibility, is sure to make this hybrid a staple hybrid for cattle producers in early season areas.
E47A17 R RR2 N/A 2050 1300 2000-2300 9 T D 9 7 9 9 9 9 9 9
E47A17 R has a combination of outstanding ear development, plant health and digestibility that makes it hard to beat. If you have corn borer pressure, it is available as E47A12 R with the GENVT2P trait.
Fusion RR RR2 N/A 2200 1230 2000-2300 8 T SF 9 6 6 6 8 8 8 7Fusion RR is a top-yielding silage corn that is widely adapted for use across Western Canada. It offers great feed quality and top yields.
Tundra RR RR2 5% RIB 2300 1300 2200-2500 8 T SF 7 7 9 7 9 8 8 7
Tundra RR is well-adapted to Western Canada’s fall and winter seasons as it maintains a high forage quality during the grazing season and offers very good stalk strength required for grazing.
E53B22 R VT2P N/A 2350 1330 2200-2500 9 VT D 9 7 8 8 8 9 9 8E53B22 R is a new hybrid that delivers outstanding yield coupled with excellent plant health in both silage and grazing conditions.
Venza R RR2 N/A 2500 1390 2300-2600 9 VT SD 9 9 8 7 8 8 9 8Venza R is a new hybrid from Elite that offers the performance of Murano RR with slightly earlier maturity.
BrettYoung is pleased to bring the Elite brand of corn hybrids to Western Canada. Selected for the undeniable advantages it provides
for ruminant feeding, Elite HTE (High Total Energy) corn is the choice of feed pros. Composed of high-performing traits, the HTE line
will become a reliable cornerstone of your feed strategy. HTE hybrids are designed for silage and grazing production and the
reliability of HTE hybrids allows you to devote your attention to the other variables you need to control in order to feed your herd.
Ratings: 9 = excellent; 5 = average; 1 = poor; N/A = not available; – = not rated
SILAGE AND GRAZING CORN
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HybridGenetic
TraitRefuge Needed
Silage CHU
Silking CHU
Maturity Zone (CHU) Yield
Plant Height
GrainType
Spring Vigour
Ear Coverage Stalk Root Digestibility NEL Milk/Acre
Plant Health
Yukon R RR2 N/A 2150 1250 1900-2200 9 VT F 9 5 8 8 9 8 8 8
Yukon R produces vigorous yields for an early maturing silage/grazing hybrid which, combined with excellent digestibility, is sure to make this hybrid a staple hybrid for cattle producers in early season areas.
E47A17 R RR2 N/A 2050 1300 2000-2300 9 T D 9 7 9 9 9 9 9 9
E47A17 R has a combination of outstanding ear development, plant health and digestibility that makes it hard to beat. If you have corn borer pressure, it is available as E47A12 R with the GENVT2P trait.
Fusion RR RR2 N/A 2200 1230 2000-2300 8 T SF 9 6 6 6 8 8 8 7Fusion RR is a top-yielding silage corn that is widely adapted for use across Western Canada. It offers great feed quality and top yields.
Tundra RR RR2 5% RIB 2300 1300 2200-2500 8 T SF 7 7 9 7 9 8 8 7
Tundra RR is well-adapted to Western Canada’s fall and winter seasons as it maintains a high forage quality during the grazing season and offers very good stalk strength required for grazing.
E53B22 R VT2P N/A 2350 1330 2200-2500 9 VT D 9 7 8 8 8 9 9 8E53B22 R is a new hybrid that delivers outstanding yield coupled with excellent plant health in both silage and grazing conditions.
Venza R RR2 N/A 2500 1390 2300-2600 9 VT SD 9 9 8 7 8 8 9 8Venza R is a new hybrid from Elite that offers the performance of Murano RR with slightly earlier maturity.
See page 36 for a full explanation of terms.
Corn
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GRAIN CORN
E44A02 R – Our earliest maturing corn hybrid, combining strong yields with early maturity.
E44A02 R is also well-suited to be taken for silage or to be used for grazing in
areas that require early maturing corn.
E47A17 R – A top-performer in the Manitoba Corn Committee trials in 2013, ranking near
the top in both yield and drydown. Providing fast emergence and early maturity
paired with drydown and bushel weight, E47A17 R will deliver on your farm.
E47A12 R – Delivers the same genetics and characteristics of E47A17 R, but with
Genuity® VT Double PRO® RIB Complete® to deliver the best corn borer
protection without the hassle of planting a separate refuge.
Grain Corn
ProductsHybrid E44A02 R E47A17 R E47A12 R Genetic trait GENVT2P RR2 GENVT2P
Characteristics
CHU 2150 2200 2225
Relative maturity 74 77 77
Refuge (%) 5% RIB – 5% RIB
Grain type D D D
Spring vigour 9 9 9
Silking CHU 1240 1300 1300
Plant height MT MT MT
Ear coverage 6 7 7
Number of rows 14 – 16 14 – 18 14 – 18
Number of kernels/row 35 33 33
Test weight 8 9 9
Stress tolerance 3 5 5
Quality
Drydown 6 7 7
Root 8 9 9
Stalk 7 9 9
Cannibalization 6 – –
Tolerance
Goss’s Wilt – 8 8
Rust T R R
Eyespot (brown spot) T T T
Drought 6 7 7
Smut T T T
Fusarium ear rot S T T
Gibberella ear rot T T T
With a focus on yield, maturity, drydown and standability, these
Elite hybrids from BrettYoung are sure to deliver in your field.
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Grain Corn
ProductsHybrid E48A27 R E48A29 R E50G27 R Genetic trait RR2 GENVT3P RR2
Characteristics
CHU 2250 2300 2350
Relative maturity 78 78 78
Refuge (%) – 10% RIB –
Grain type D D D
Spring vigour 8 8 8
Silking CHU 1300 1320 1300
Plant height MT MT T
Ear coverage 7 7 7
Number of rows 14 – 16 14 – 16 14 – 16
Number of kernels/row 35 35 34
Test weight 8 8 8
Stress tolerance 7 7 8
Quality
Drydown 8 8 8
Root 8 8 9
Stalk 7 7 9
Cannibalization 6 6 9
Tolerance
Goss’s Wilt 8 8 –
Rust R R T
Eyespot (brown spot) T T T
Drought 7 7 8
Smut S S S
Fusarium ear rot S S T
Gibberella ear rot S S S
E48A27 R – A top-performer in the Manitoba Corn Committee trials in 2012 and 2013,
ranking near the top in both yield and drydown. Plant E48A27 R to achieve
your yield and drydown goals in a medium maturity hybrid.
E48A29 R – Delivers the same genetics and characteristics of E48A27 R, but it comes
with Genuity® VT Triple PRO® RIB Complete® to deliver the superior
corn borer protection with 10% refuge included in the bag.
E50G27 R – A grain hybrid that provides high yields and good drydown. E50G27 R
fits well in areas without extensive corn borer pressure or as a refuge.
E50G22 R – Combining fast emergence and early maturity with great drydown and
bushel weight, E50G22 R will deliver on your farm. It comes with Genuity® VT
Double PRO® RIB Complete® to deliver excellent corn borer protection.
See following page for glossary of terms.
Corn
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Cannibalization: Tolerance to stalk cannibalization
indicates a corn hybrid’s capacity not to
exhaust its stalk reserves when it lacks
nitrogen during a long season.
Cannibalization empties the inside of
stalks, resulting in greater vulnerability
to lodging.
CHU: Corn heat units.
Drydown: Hybrids of similar maturity are
compared according to their moisture
loss during in-field drying. A rating of 1
indicates a slow drying rate, while 9
indicates a very rapid drying rate.
Ear coverage: A rating of 9 indicates that the husks are
longer than the ears.
Grain type: VF = Very Flint
F = Flint
SF = Semi-flint
VD = Very Dent
D = Dent
SD = Semi-dent
Milk/ac: Milk yield per acre based on 100% dry matter
NEL: Net energy lactation
Plant height: S = Short
MS = Medium/Short
M = Medium
MT = Medium/Tall
T = Tall
VT = Very Tall
Ratings: 9 = Excellent
5 = Average
1 = Poor
– = Not rated
Refuge %: See Insect Resistance Management on
next page.
In the absence of an industry
standardized maturity rating, relative
maturity can be used to compare hybrids
of similar maturity and moisture at
harvest. An early maturing variety will
have a lower number while later maturing
varieties will have a higher number.
Root: A higher number rating indicates greater
root strength.
Ratings are set during the 3 to 5 leaf stage.
Stalk: The quality of a stalk refers to its resistance
to lodging due to factors such as stalk rot. A
higher rating indicates greater stalk quality.
A higher rating reflects the hybrid’s
capacity to produce adequate yields under
difficult conditions, such as a colder season,
compaction, or a field with a lower yield
potential.
Test weight: A higher rating indicates a higher
test weight.
Corn Glossary of Terms
Relative maturity:
Stress tolerance:
Spring vigour:
R = Resistant
T = Tolerant
S = Susceptable
GENVT2P = Genuity® VTDouble PRO®
GENVT3P = Genuity® VTTriple PRO®
RR2 = Roundup Ready® Corn 2
GT/CB/LL = Agrisure®
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Genuity® RIB Complete® Hybrids
Above-ground Insect Protection
Genuity® VT Double PRO® RIB Complete® provides dual modes of
action for above-ground protection for control of European corn borer,
corn earworm and fall armyworm, which supports a reduced refuge
requirement to just 5% of planted acres. Losing just three kernels per
ear can equal one lost bushel per acre. Protect your yield with Genuity®
VT Double PRO® RIB Complete®.
Above- and Below-ground Insect Protection
Genuity® VT Triple PRO® RIB Complete® offers dual modes of action
for above-ground pests such as European corn borer, corn earworm
and fall armyworm, with 10% refuge included in the bag.
Automatic Refuge Compliance
With Genuity® VT Double PRO® RIB Complete® and Genuity® VT
Triple PRO® RIB Complete®, you are no longer required to plant a
separate, structured refuge. A single-bag solution for automatic
refuge compliance.
95/5 Blend and 90/10 Blend
Genuity® VT Double PRO® RIB Complete® corn (95/5 percent blend of
insect protected seed and refuge seed) and Genuity® VT Triple PRO®
RIB Complete® corn (a 90/10 percent blend) allow you to plant the most
insect protected acres across your entire farm.
Refuge Requirements
Visit www.brettyoung.ca or www.cornpest.ca for detailed information
on how to incorporate refuge into your B.t. corn fields.
B.t. corn
Non B.t. refuge (e.g.: Roundup Ready® 2 corn or conventional corn)
Perimeter Minimum 4 rows
Block Adjacent FieldsSeparated by a path, road or ditch, etc. but not another field
Split Planter Minimum 4 rows
Eliminate the hassle of planting separate refuges by planting RIB Complete® hybrids.
Refuge Configuration Options Genuity® RIB Complete® Hybrids
Insect Resistance Management
• Producers who plant B.t. corn are required to create refuges on their farms.
• Depending on the technology being used, refuges must be at least 5% or 20%.
Trait Minimum Refuge Required
Separate Structured Refuge Required
Refuge Placement
If Planting the Refuge in Strips
YieldGard® Corn Borer and Agrisure® GT/CB/LL
20% Yes
Within 400 metres (1/4 mile) of the B.t. hybrids or within field
Minimum 4 rows
Silage Bag Refuge Solution
Genuity® VT Double PRO® RIB Complete®
5% NoInterspersed within the bag. No separate structured refuge required.
Genuity® VT Triple PRO® RIB Complete®
10% NoInterspersed within the bag. No separate structured refuge required.
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Benefits of Seed Production
Summer or fall seeding can be an excellent way to get a head start on next year’s seeding, spread your risk and add some
profitable cropping options to your rotation. Forage seed and turf seed markets have a good balance between supply and
demand, as well as overall healthy market conditions.
In addition to being some of the more consistently profitable cropping options available to Western Canadian growers, turf
and forage seed production also provides agronomic benefits for your farm.
Agronomic Benefits
Turf Seed Production
• Early harvest splits up fall workload
• Increases organic matter, helps improve less productive or questionable soils
• Some species have tolerance to salinity, alkalinity and acidity
Legume Seed Production
• Improves soil tilth
• Low input user
• Nitrogen fixation
Economic Benefits
There is no better time to produce forage and turf seed. Compared to other commodity crops, turf grass seed production
has an excellent profitability track record. It has consistently pencilled out at or near the top in profitability. Furthermore,
prices for turf grass seed crops such as perennial ryegrass, creeping red fescue and tall fescue have risen in recent years to
historical highs. Forage seed prices for many species are also at or near historical highs for many crops. Many of BrettYoung’s
seed production contracts allow growers to lock in these high prices that can really help to add to a farm’s bottom line.
Grow Seed and SaveSeed Grower Partnership Program
Grow BrettYoung forage or turf seed for production and save with significant discounts on future purchases of BrettYoung
seed and BioBoost® products.
If you have more than 300 acres of BrettYoung seed production, you could qualify to earn discounts of 18% and higher on
leading BrettYoung varieties.
Producing Seed For BrettYoungSeed Production
Seed Production
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Producing Seed For BrettYoung
Contact a BrettYoung Seed Production Specialist to learn more about
contract production opportunities.
To find a Seed Production Specialist in your area visit us online at
brettyoung.ca.
Seed Production Specialist Services
Planning• Scouting and selection of production fields• Selection of proper production species• Recommendation on expected production practices• Communication of contract terms
Harvest• Available for recommendations on harvest timing• Available for recommendations on equipment settings• Crop samples taken• Post-harvest recommendations
Seeding & Crop Development• Delivery of seed stock• Multiple field scouting visits• Fertility recommendations• Herbicide and fungicide recommendations
Crop Delivery• Communication of delivery schedule• Communication of crop quality analysis• Communication of grower payments
A BrettYoung Seed Production Specialist, like Jason Henderson,
will work with you throughout the production cycle to help you
get the most out of your seed production fields.
Seed Production
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Agronomic RequirementsAfter the eligibility criteria have been met, to receive replacement seed of qualifying varieties, all of the following seeding preparation and
agronomic practices noted below must be documented and met.
Seedbed Preparation• Seed must be planted into a firm, well-prepared seedbed that
has had proper weed control, crop residue management and good soil seed contact.
Seeding Depth and Packing• Forage seed must be seeded into a depth of 0.5 to 0.25 inches.
Broadcast seeding operations must be incorporated and packed immediately, no deeper than the above depth.
Seeding Rates• Minimum seeding rates appropriate for the cropping zones and
area must be followed. In the drier regions this minimum rate is 8 pounds/acre for alfalfa and BrettYoung pasture mixes. In higher moisture regions, the minimum is 12 pounds/acre for alfalfa and pasture mixes.
Weed and Insect Infestation• The BrettYoung Forage Guarantee is not available in the event of
excessive weed competition or insect infestation.
• Action must be taken to control weeds as necessary. Reasonable control and monitoring of insects, mainly grasshoppers, is required.
Fertility and Soil pH• Soil pH for alfalfa plantings must be between 6.5 and 8.5. A
satisfactory soil test showing current soil conditions must be available. Forage seed planted in an area where improper fertility and soil pH are present will be ineligible for the BrettYoung Forage Guarantee.
• No more than 15 pounds of P2O5 should be placed in the seed
row with the seed. Higher rates must be banded away from the seed row to avoid seedling damage.
Chemical Residue• Stand damage due to chemical residue is not eligible for
replanting under the BrettYoung Forage Guarantee.
Stand Evaluation• Your BrettYoung regional Account Manager must be notified no
later than September 1, 2015. By this date, with corrective management (e.g. weed or insect control), the forage stand will continue to establish to its potential.
FORAGE GUARANTEE
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For BrettYoung Regional Account Manager contact information, please call or visit us online.
800-665-5015 brettyoung.caContact your local ag-retailer or
BrettYoung for more information.
For BrettYoung Regional Account Manager contact information, please call or visit us online.
BrettYoung™ is a trademark of BrettYoung Seeds Limited. Elite is a registered trademark (owned by La Coop fédérée). ‘AC’ is and official mark used under license from Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada. All others are trademarks of their respective companies. 3941 09.14
Monsanto Company is a member of Excellence Through Stewardship® (ETS). Monsanto products are commercialized in accordance with ETS Product Launch Stewardship Guidance, and in compliance with Monsanto’s Policy for Commercialization of Biotechnology-Derived Plant Products in Commodity Crops. Commercialized products have been approved for import into key export markets with functioning regulatory systems. Any crop or material produced from this product can only be exported to, or used, processed or sold in countries where all necessary regulatory approvals have been granted. It is a violation of national and international law to move material containing biotech traits across boundaries into nations where import is not permitted. Growers should talk to their grain handler or product purchaser to confirm their buying position for this product. Excellence Through Stewardship® is a registered trademark of Excellence Through Stewardship.
ALWAYS READ AND FOLLOW PESTICIDE LABEL DIRECTIONS. Roundup Ready® crops contain genes that confer tolerance to glyphosate, the active ingredient in Roundup® brand agricultural herbicides. Roundup® brand agricultural herbicides will kill crops that are not tolerant to glyphosate. Genuity and Design®, Genuity®, RIB Complete and Design®, Roundup Ready 2 Technology and Design®, Roundup Ready®, Roundup®, VT Double PRO® and VT Triple PRO® are registered trademarks of Monsanto Technology LLC, Monsanto Canada, Inc. licensee.
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