Pasture legumes: a new era for pastures in southern Australian farming systems: second generation hard seeded legumes (G2 HSLs). Information and management guide (Book)

This Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) book covers various aspects relating to pasture legumes, including species selection, establishment techniques, management practices, pest and disease control, and utilisation strategies. It provides southern growers with the knowledge and tools necessary to successfully incorporate pasture legumes into their farming operations, ultimately contributing to reduced soil constraints, improved farm productivity, improved soil health, and sustainability [PDF 12 MB, 84 pages]. #

Contents:
The second generation hard-seeded legumes (G2HSLs)
The new suite of G2HSLs
Choosing which G2HSL to grow
Getting started with G2HSLs – setting up nursery paddocks
Larger plantings and establishment options for G2HSLs using dormant seed
Maximising profit, growth and nitrogen fixation from G2HSLs
Rotation options following first year’s seed-set
Harvesting seed on-farm
Livestock production from G2HSLs

Resource Last Updated: February 13, 2025

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