Magnus is a UK proven semi-leafless forage pea variety, making it less prone to lodging than full-leaved varieties.
Its rapid growth means it can be harvested between 11-14 weeks after sowing.
Magnus Forage Pea
Magnus forage pea is a UK proven protein provider
- Animal: Dairy & Beef
- Utilisation: Ensile & Zero Graze
- Sowing Period: Spring
Strengths
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UK proven
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Semi-leafless
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Self supporting
Technical Information
Yield and Feed Quality
| Average Dry Matter Yield | 4-6 tonnes/ha |
| Dry Matter | 20-25% |
| Metabolisable Energy | 10.5 MJ/kg DM |
| Average Fresh Yield | 20-30 tonnes/ha |
| Crude Protein | 16-20% |
| Digestibility Value | 62-64% |
Sowing Information
| Sowing Period | March to early-June |
| Direct Drill | 125kg/ha (50kg/acre) |
| Broadcast | 150kg/ha (60kg acre) |
Magnus Forage Pea
Magnus forage pea is a UK proven protein provider
Magnus is a UK proven semi-leafless forage pea variety, making it less prone to lodging than full-leaved varieties.
Its rapid growth means it can be harvested between 11-14 weeks after sowing.
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Key Strengths
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UK proven
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Semi-leafless
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Self supporting
Technical Information
Yield and Feed Quality
| Average Dry Matter Yield | 4-6 tonnes/ha |
| Dry Matter | 20-25% |
| Metabolisable Energy | 10.5 MJ/kg DM |
| Average Fresh Yield | 20-30 tonnes/ha |
| Crude Protein | 16-20% |
| Digestibility Value | 62-64% |
Sowing Information
| Sowing Period | March to early-June |
| Direct Drill | 125kg/ha (50kg/acre) |
| Broadcast | 150kg/ha (60kg acre) |
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