Variety traits

Dry matter — Crimson clover

Trifolium incarnatum L.

Dry matter content in crimson clover is a key indicator of forage mass productivity and quality, determining its harvesting efficiency and nutritional value.

In the reference 5 varieties crop Crimson clover, where this is mentioned in the description.

For crimson clover, the dry matter content in fresh grass typically ranges from 15–17%. During ensiling, the optimal level of this indicator should be within 30–40%, which ensures proper fermentation and minimizes storage losses.

The dry matter yield of this crop depends on cultivation conditions and varies from 20 to 62 c/ha. When determining nutritional value, including protein content, calculations are made per kilogram of dry matter, as moisture has no feed value.

Dry matter accumulation is directly related to the plant's growth stage. Later vegetative stages contribute to an increase in total dry matter volume; however, this process is accompanied by a decrease in the protein proportion and the overall nutritional value of the forage.

General information about the subject — on the page Dry matter.

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Varieties of Crimson clover mentioned in the description

Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.