Q31® lucerne sets the benchmark for hay quality in the Australian market. It is a winter dormant variety with excellent leaf retention and large leaf size. Q31® lucerne is a high-quality option with flexible cutting times. Its increased tillering ability and fine stems make it a perfect option in premium-grade hay, chaff, and silage systems.
For premium quality hay and silage production
Increased flexibility in cutting times
Improved tiller production, delivering finer stems and higher quality hay/chaff
Larger and less frequent hay cuts through a critical hay production period, decreasing mechanical traffic and reducing harvest costs
Winter dormant 3
Sheep, beef, dairy
Grazing, hay, silage
Dryland: 4-10kg/ha
Rainfall/irrigation: 18-25kg/ha
Dryland typically requires 500mm to 1200mm annually (subtropics) and 250mm to 800mm annually (southern and western Australia). Irrigation is preferred.
High – 8
Goldstrike XLR8®
The data shows the dry matter production from trials based at Keith, SA, from 2023-2024. The forage data demonstrates an increase in forage production of Q31® when compared with other commercial varieties.
This trial is still ongoing.
Our advanced breeding program brings together elite genetics and years of research and expertise to deliver lucerne varieties that thrive in tough conditions – delivering quality, persistence, and yield where it counts.
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At AlfaGen Seeds, we’re dedicated to embracing new technology, continually enhancing our range to delivery cutting-edge solutions and superior performance in our leading forage products. With treatments like Goldstrike® and XLR8®, you’ll protect seedlings from early pests and boost establishment, setting your season up for success.
