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SHAKIRA is an interesting diploid Italian ryegrass with an early heading date. It shows good early spring growth and a high 1st conservation cut in the 1st harvest year. SHAKIRA is a healthy variety with high resistance against the ryegrass mosaic virus. 

Sowing rate: 40-50 kg/ha

International listings/recommendations: DE, UK

  • early heading yielder
  • good early spring growth
  • healthy variety

Suitability

Ploidy diploid
Maturity early to inter
Ploidy diploid
Maturity early to inter

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.