SLATINA is an early diploid variety characterized by rapid spring growth (8.5), rapid growth after mowing (8-8.5) and better resistance to lodging than the control varieties. This variety was bred in central Europe and has marked aptitudes of resistance to winter cold and adaptability to the Mediterranean climate. The plant is very leafy with high vegetative development. It adapts very well in fresh and humid environments in association with perennial grasses providing the forage with excellent protein content and high digestible fiber.
STRENGTHS
High protein value of the forage
Excellent productions in irrigated land
Excellent in association with perennial grasses
AGRONOMIC INDICATIONS
Use: dry hay, pasture
Earliness: medium late
Perennial: 3 years
Sowing rate: 25 – 30 kg / Ha; in association 10 kg / Ha
Sowing time: August-September; February March
CULTURAL RECOMMENDATIONS
Soil preparation: deep tillage, fine surface soil
Optimal sowing depth: 0.5 cm – roll after sowing
Fertilization: depending on soil analyzes
Plant requirement: P2 O5 100/120 units/ha; K2 O 80/100 units/ha
It prefers soils with a Ph from 6 to 7
