RAFAEL
Festuca rubra
Profile
RAFAEL is a very early variety, therefore with a very high matter production at the beginning. This is finally also the reason for a strong yield in the first cut. The second strength of RAFAEL is the very good sward density. Winter hardiness and persistence are other good arguments for this variety.
National listing/Official recommendation:
BE, BY, DE, DK, RU, TR, UA
Sowing rate: 20 kg/ha
- stolon-forming red fescue with great sward density
- robust with solid yield performance
- early variety in the forage red fescue segment
Yield characteristics
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medium |
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medium to high |
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medium |
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Plant stand development
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medium to strong |
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low to medium |
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medium to high |
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medium to dense |
Classification according to the descriptive variety list - Bundessortenamt (federal plant variety office, Germany) 2024 and our own results.
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Classification according to the descriptive variety list - Bundessortenamt (federal plant variety office, Germany) 2024 and our own results.
All information, recommendations and representations contained herein are made to the best of our knowledge and belief, but without guarantee of completeness or accuracy. We cannot guarantee that the properties described are repeatable. All information is provided as an aid to decision-making. Deutsche Saatveredelung AG will not be held liable for any damage or claims for damages resulting from the use of the variety specified in this description. Mixtures may vary if individual varieties are not available. Status 12/2024. Subject to change without prior notice.