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fall forage cover
The Fall Seeded Cover
Take advantage of moisture and sunlight in late fall and early spring with these cool-season biennial/winter annual plant species. The result is a highly palatable and balanced (energy + protein) feed source.
Seeding Date: Sow this blend no later than September 15th
Consider sowing the Warm Season Cover after Fall Forage Cover harvest. This is commonly referred to as Double Cropping.
Fall forage cover
Plant species in blend
Take advantage of late fall/early spring moisture, balance your C:N ratio & provide a balanced feed source of energy & protein. Harvest early enough in spring to sow a warm season crop.
Seeding Rate: 60 Ibs/acre
SKU: 2000 Ib Tote
Seeding Time: Late August - Early September
Use On The Farm: Winter Forage, Grazing
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Legumes are not pre-inoculated
FCC Financing is now available for 2025-2026 seed purchases.
Fall forage cover
Frequently Asked Questions
Disclaimer in Video: Red Clover has been swapped out for Sweet Clover (Low Coumarin) for 2025
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Option 1: Sow after termination of perennial stand
Option 2: Sow after silage harvest
Option 3: Sow after harvest of early seeded cash crop. (ex. Peas)
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If legumes ( Hairy Vetch, Sweet Clover) do not overwinter, Nitrogen will need to be applied to the remaining cereal crop. Fertilize as you would normally a Cereal Rye or Winter Wheat crop.
If legumes overwinter successfully, you have earned your right to reduce Nitrogen fertilizer. -
Sweet Clover (Low Coumarin) is included in the blend for 2025 due to the reduced risk of bleeding disease in cattle.
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For the best chance of legumes surviving winter, the crop should be seeded no later than the 1st week in September. (be mindful that each year is different).
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Depending on the spring (moisture, temperature, frost) the crop should be harvested in mid-late June to ensure feed quality and palatability. Chop or bale silage is the recommended harvest method.
Double Cropping Tip: Remember to immediately sow Warm Season plant species after you have harvested/grazed your Fall Forage Cover. -
Yes, this is an ideal blend to use for double cropping. Once the Fall Forage Cover is harvested the following spring, we recommend terminating the crop prior to planting warm season plant species.
Fall Forage Cover
What is Double Cropping?
Step 1: Sow overwintering/biennial plant species (Fall Forage Cover) in the fall.
Step 2: Harvest the overwintered plant species (mid to end of June) for winter forage or graze earlier if desired.
Step 3: By immediately sowing the Warm Season Cover, you have now put the appropriate plant species in place to maximize biomass within 55-70 days.
Step 4: Harvest the Warm Season Cover for winter forage, grazing, or swath grazing.
To learn about C4 plants & why they are ideal for Double Cropping, click here.
fall forage cover
Plant Species in blend
See below for some general information on the plant species in the blend.
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REMEMBER TO APPLY
OFCAF FUnding
Remember to apply for the OFCAF funding where you could be eligible to receive up to $50.00/acre (max. $75,000) for the adoption of multispecies cover crops on your operation. Click here for help getting the process/application started.
Funding will differ across Manitoba, Saskatchewan, & Alberta.
Fall Forage Cover®
Contact US
Feel free to reach out to a member of our team to discuss how the Fall Forage Cover® may fit your operation
Name: Keegan Miller
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Territory: Northern Alberta & British Columbia
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