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Sow lablab between October and January when soil temperature exceeds 20°C into paddocks with good moisture. Drill or broadcast seed at 10–15 kg/ha at 30–50 mm depth into prepared seedbed. CRITICAL: Inoculate all seed with Cowpea group (CB) Rhizobium before sowing to ensure nitrogen fixation and plant establishment. Allow 8–10 weeks from sowing to first grazing. Tips: Highworth variety is recommended for SE Queensland due to earlier maturity and tolerance of wider soil ranges including more acidic soils. Inoculation with CB Rhizobium is non-negotiable — poor nodulation will result in weak growth and loss of the nitrogen-fixing benefit. Introduce cattle gradually (2–5 days) and maintain grass on headlands as cattle acquire taste. Manage bloat risk on lush lablab by ensuring roughage access and rotational grazing. Disclaimer: The information provided above is sourced from reputable industry references including Barenbrug Australia, FutureBeef, DAF Queensland and other recognised agricultural authorities. It is intended as a general guide only. Pasture and crop performance varies significantly depending on your specific soil type, rainfall, management practices and local conditions. Tom Grady Rural Merchandise recommends consulting with a local agronomist or agricultural advisor before making final variety selection or management decisions for your property. Contact our team on (07) 5482 1692 — we're happy to help.