viterra® Cover crop blend
HOCHWILD
... biennial game blend without crucifers
Benefits:
- Tested in the hunting ground of the LJV Schleswig-Holstein
- Suitable for game fields on land that is not used for agriculture
- Field with resprouting clover species can be cupped to prevent weed infestation with sorrel.
- Excellent wild grazing with tasty protein plants
- Robust and hardy varieties ensure a long-lasting stand
- The nectar- and pollen-rich species feed insects and thus benefit the entire flora and fauna.
- Cultivation tip: If the seeds are scattered by hand, sand can be added, for example, to prevent segregation.
Blend details:
| Weight % : | 37 % blue lupin 31 % Winter forage pea PIONIR 8 % crimson clover 7 % bigflower clover 6 % red clover 6 % berseem clover OTTO 5 % lucerne / alfalfa |
| Free of crucifers : | yes |
| Free of legumes : | no |
| Winter hardy : | yes |
Usage:
- Green manure
- Humus formation
- Protection against erosion
- Nitrogen fixation
- Mulch sowing
- Pollinator attractiveness
- Game cover
Agronomic features:
| Weed suppression: | 6 |
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| Protection against erosion: | 6 |
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| Ground water protection / Nitrogen conservation: | 5 |
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| Humus formation: | 6 |
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| Cold- and frost resistance: | 7 |
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| Drought tolerance: | 5 |
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| Type of root | Tuft root + Tap root |
| Rooting depth | 80 cm |
Cultivation recommendations:
| Recommended sowing rate | 25 kg/ha |
| Sowing depth | 2 cm |
| Sowing period | March to end of July |
| Fertilization | With early sowing, the legume components provide additional nitrogen. |
| Crop protection | Usually there is no crop protection required |
| Sowing method | Drill sowing ensure high crop emergences. |
03.02.2026 11:36:11 // 10.00
