Hay Seed Forager

This is an excellent mix to use in making grass hay for livestock which contains a very palatable mix of grasses that are well suited for pastures and also make high value, nutritious dry matter for feed.  The forage produced by this mix has a faster cure time and can tolerate herbicide application for broadleaf control.  It is durable enough to withstand grazing, though its yields will vary depending on moisture levels and soil fertility.

Ingredients: Orchardgrass, Timothy, Fescue – Tall (Forage-Type), Ryegrass – Perennial (Forage-Type), Ryegrass – Annual

Orchardgrass is a cool-season, perennial bunchgrass valued for its early spring growth, high-quality forage, and suitability for both pasture and hay. Cons:  It is sensitive to overgrazing, may clump without uniform use, and can go dormant in summer without adequate moisture. Lifespan:  4-6 years, sometimes longer.

Tall Fescue: Tall fescue is a long-lived, cool-season bunchgrass known for its durability, drought tolerance, and strong regrowth, making it excellent for pasture and hay. This is a forage-type tall fescue specifically bred for livestock grazing. Cons:  Its coarser texture is less palatable than some other grasses. Lifespan:  6-12+ years (long-lived)

Perennial Ryegrass: Is a fast-establishing, highly palatable cool-season grass ideal for grazing and short-rotation hay. The variety used in this mix is a type specifically for livestock to graze on. Cons:  It has a short lifespan, poor drought tolerance, and declines quickly in hot, dry summers or under heavy use without overseeding. Lifespan: 2-4 years

Annual Ryegrass: Is a quick-growing, highly nutritious grass used for temporary pasture, spring grazing, or cover cropping. Cons: Not winter-hardy, must be replanted yearly, and competes with slower-growing perennials if seeded too densely. Lifespan: 6-12 months

*Note: Ingredients and percentages may vary depending on seed availability.

*Approximate percentages of mix: 45% Orchardgrass, 20% Timothy, 20% Tall Fescue, 10% Perennial Ryegrass, 5% Annual Ryegrass

Best for:  Horses, Cattle
            Pros:

•  Balanced mix for hay and light grazing
•  Horse-friendly, soft forage
•  Performs well with irrigation
  Cons:
•  No legumes = lower protein
•  Orchardgrass/Timothy suffers in drought

 Best Regions:

•  Central Oregon – Needs irrigation
• Southern Oregon – Good with irrigation
• Willamette Valley – Great

Dual-purpose hay and pasture mix. Safe and palatable for horses, but performs best under irrigation or in cooler regions.

The best time to plant is when the soil temperatures are between 50 and 65 degrees F.  These soil temperatures usually occur when the daytime air temperatures are between 60-75 degrees F.

**For larger quantities than listed for sale please contact us for availability and pricing.

The broadcast rate for seeding is 30 – 37.5 pounds per acre.

The seed drill rate for seeding in rows is 15 pounds per acre.