High resistance to multiple races of Aphanomyces- High resistance to multiple races of Anthracnose
- Exceptional forage yield potential
- Superior forage quality
- Unmatched winter hardiness and persistence
- High multifoliate leaf expression
High resistance to multiple races of AphanomycesFSG 450 alfalfa is the leader in alfalfa performance with an outstanding trait package that raises the agronomic achievement bar to the next level. FSG 450 performs well over a wide range of environmental conditions and is adapted to all areas where 3 and 4 fall dormancy varieties are planted. FSG 450 features the UltraCut™ alfalfa disease package which helps you grow a healthy alfalfa crop in field conditions susceptible to evolving Aphanomyces and Anthracnose disease strains. Its protection can help deliver an advantage through improved agronomic performance and yield potential. Whether it’s for exceptional forage yields, superior forage quality or very fast recovery after cutting, FSG 450 is the first choice for commercial hay, beef and dairy producers.
| DISEASE / INSECT / NEMATODE RATINGS | ||
| Bacterial Wilt | Highly Resistant (HR) | 5* |
| Fusarium Wilt | Highly Resistant (HR) | 5* |
| Verticillium Wilt | Highly Resistant (HR) | 5* |
| Anthracnose-Race 1 | Highly Resistant (HR) | 5* |
| Anthracnose-Race 5 | Highly Resistant (HR) | 5* |
| Phytophthora Root Rot | Highly Resistant (HR) | 5* |
| Aphanomyces-Multi-Race | Highly Resistant (HR) | 10* |
| Wisconsin DRI | 40 out of 40 | |
| Pea Aphid | Resistant (R) | |
| Spotted Alfalfa Aphid | Resistant (R) | |
| Stem Nematode | Resistant (R) | |
*Based on the Wisconsin Disease Rating Index. This is a 1 to 5 ranking with 5 being the best.
| CHARACTERISTICS | ||
| Fall Dormancy | 4.0 | |
| Winter Survival | 2.0 (Very Good) | |
| Salt Tolerance | Germination | |
| Root Type | Tap | |
| Recovery After Cutting | Very Fast | |
