Barenbrug Vetch Haymaker Plus (Winter Legume) - Per Kg
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Haymaker Plus woolly pod vetch (Vicia villosa) was derived from selections out of Namoi woolly pod vetch. It demonstrated mid maturity along with a semi erect growth habit.
Haymaker Plus is suited to a wide range of soil types, performing better on lighter soil types, compared to other vetch species. It is well adapted to low rainfall situations and selected for its improved winter growth and dry matter production.
Haymaker Plus is a very hard seeded variety that is suited to long term cropping rotations. It also provides the added benefits of moderate drought tolerance while also being a highly efficient and effective soil nitrogen producer. Mature plants form a dense canopy providing strong weed competition.
Haymaker Plus is ideal as a break crop and is well suited for hay production or turned in as a green manure crop to improve soil health.
Features
- Has greater total dry matter production than Namoi
- Very hard seeded (80–90%) for improved persistence
- Similar in maturity to Capello and RM4 (124) days (to flowering)
- Highly efficient nitrogen fixation
- Resistance to chocolate spot, rust and ascochyta
Benefits
- Better adapted to light soils than other vetches
- Improved winter growth than Namoi
- Offers a disease break in cropping rotations
- Suitable for grazing, hay & green manuring
- Improves soil fertility for following crops
Pest resistance
Haymaker Plus, like all vetches is susceptible to red legged earth mites (Halotydens destructor), cow pea aphid (Aphis craccivora) and native bud worm (Helicoverpa punctigera) and appropriate control measures should be taken, especially in seedling stands.
Disease resistance & tolerance
Haymaker Plus has demonstrated resistance to chocolate spot (Botrytis), rust (Uromyces) and ascochyta (Ascochyta spp.). Haymaker Plus woolly pod vetch adds to the rotation by providing an excellent alternative crop for controlling cereal root diseases.
Regeneration
Haymaker Plus vetch produces 80–90% hard seed. This is advantageous for crop/pasture rotations that require long term persistence.
Grazing
Vetch is not suited to close grazing as their growing points are well above ground level. However in longer season environments, Haymaker Plus can be lightly grazed successfully during winter and early spring, provided that the growing points are not damaged. Heavy grazing can cause significant damage to the plant and it may not recover. Bloat can be a problem on pure legume stands and stock will have to be watched if grazing green vetch paddocks.
Common Questions
What is Haymaker Plus vetch?
Haymaker Plus woolly pod vetch (Vicia villosa) was derived from selections out of Namoi woolly pod vetch. It has mid maturity, a semi erect growth habit and was selected for improved winter growth and dry matter production. It is very hard seeded (80–90%) and suited to long term cropping rotations.
What soil types does it suit?
Haymaker Plus is suited to a wide range of soil types, performing better on lighter soil types compared to other vetch species. It is well adapted to low rainfall situations and has moderate drought tolerance.
Can I graze Haymaker Plus?
Vetch is not suited to close grazing as the growing points are well above ground level. In longer season environments Haymaker Plus can be lightly grazed during winter and early spring, provided the growing points are not damaged. Heavy grazing can cause significant damage and the plant may not recover. Bloat can be a problem on pure legume stands, so stock will have to be watched.
What pests and diseases should I know about?
Haymaker Plus has demonstrated resistance to chocolate spot (Botrytis), rust (Uromyces) and ascochyta (Ascochyta spp.). Like all vetches it is susceptible to red legged earth mites, cow pea aphid and native bud worm, and appropriate control measures should be taken, especially in seedling stands.
Do you ship this product Australia-wide?
Yes, this product ships Australia-wide via Australia Post or road courier. Select your preferred shipping method at checkout.
Can I Click & Collect from Gympie?
Yes — Click & Collect is available from our store at 55 Tozer St, Gympie. Open Mon–Fri 8am–5pm and Sat 8am–12pm. Click & Collect is FREE on orders of $175 or more, or a flat $10 on orders under $175. Select Click & Collect at checkout and we will have your order ready.