Persister Prairie Brome
Persister is a problem solver for producers who are in climates with moderate dry seasons or supplemental irrigation. It has impressive disease tolerance, which allows for top-end yield potential. It's improved cold tolerance is unique and greatly increases its potential market area, putting it another foot ahead of the competition for persistence. Persister works well in the Piedmont and further north into the transition zone.
- Short-lived, cool-season perennial grass
- Highly palatable
- Maintains quality in hot months
- Aggressive reseeder for extended life
Planting Instructions
Plant late summer/early fall with moisture. No-till drill is preferred for proper seed placement.
| Seeding Rate - Drilled | 30 lbs/ac |
|---|---|
| Seeding Rate - Broadcasted | 40 lbs/ac |
| Planting Depth | 0.25" |
| Target Harvest | Pre-head stage. Holds quality well into the season. |
| Target Residual Height | 4" |
Testimonials
- North Carolina | 10/05/2022
We were able to transition all animals from grain to grass fed only due to high quality pasture. Persister is prolific. Cut hay 4 times this year. All animals love the taste and body scores are great. Your photo above is from our field.