Variety traits

Productivity — Sheep's Fescue

Festuca ovina L.

The productivity of sheep's fescue is determined by green mass and seed yields, peaking in the second to third year of life. The crop is valued for its high regrowth capacity after grazing and moderate growth, making it suitable for pastures and lawns.

In the reference 5 varieties crop Sheep's fescue, where this is mentioned in the description.

The green mass yield of sheep's fescue ranges from 40 to 80 centners/ha, while seed productivity is 0.5–2.0 centners/ha. The highest performance is achieved on dry, light soils in forest and forest-steppe zones, although as a xeromesophyte, the plant poorly tolerates prolonged flooding.

In pasture use, productivity is characterized by the ability of the stand to regrow after 3–4 grazing cycles, which ensures a stable forage base. In turf use, the low growth rate is considered a positive trait that reduces the labor required for regular mowing.

General information about the subject — on the page Productivity.

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Varieties of Sheep's fescue mentioned in the description

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