AGF Seeds Sunn Hemp - Per Kg
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AGF Seeds Freyr Sunn Hemp (Crotalaria juncea) seed, sold per kg.
AGF: Freyr Sunn Hemp fits into a sound soil health program, through impacting three key elements of a healthy soil: biology, structure and chemistry.
AGF agronomic information
- Summer sowing - needs warm soil to grow well. Germination temperature 14 degrees, however warmer soil improves results.
- Soil pH (CaCl) 5 - 7.5.
- Very heat tolerant but needs plenty of water to thrive.
- Legume - use Type I Rhizobium inoculant (same as cowpeas).
- Sowing rate: 10-20 kg/ha, higher rate if weed control important. Medium seed size.
- Sowing depth: 2 cm.
- Termination: 45-60 days after sowing (early-mid flowering or before) while stems are still tender. Herbicide or mechanical termination. Mulch or mow before incorporation.
- Doesn't set seed so no volunteering problems in following crops.
- Good in a mixed planting with sorghum.
Common Questions
What is Freyr Sunn Hemp?
Sunn hemp (Crotalaria juncea) from AGF Seeds. AGF says Freyr fits into a sound soil health program, through impacting three key elements of a healthy soil: biology, structure and chemistry.
What sowing rate and depth does AGF recommend?
10-20 kg/ha, with the higher rate if weed control is important. Sowing depth 2 cm.
Does it need inoculant?
Yes - it is a legume; AGF says to use Type I Rhizobium inoculant (same as cowpeas).
When should it be terminated?
45-60 days after sowing (early-mid flowering or before) while stems are still tender, by herbicide or mechanical termination. Mulch or mow before incorporation.
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.