Common Vetch

    Description

    Common vetch, is a valuable cover crop widely used in the industry. As a leguminous plant, it provides nitrogen fixation, improving soil fertility. Common vetch's extensive root system prevents erosion and helps control weeds, making it a natural choice for sustainable farming. It enhances soil quality by adding organic matter, supports crop rotation systems, and provides early-season ground cover. Additionally, it can serve as a habitat for wildlife and, in some cases, offer forage for livestock. Common vetch's cold tolerance makes it suitable for various climates, but it is not nearly as cold tolerant as that of Hairy vetch.

    Common Vetch

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      Seeding Rate: 20 - 25 lbs per acre.

        Description

        Common vetch, is a valuable cover crop widely used in the industry. As a leguminous plant, it provides nitrogen fixation, improving soil fertility. Common vetch's extensive root system prevents erosion and helps control weeds, making it a natural choice for sustainable farming. It enhances soil quality by adding organic matter, supports crop rotation systems, and provides early-season ground cover. Additionally, it can serve as a habitat for wildlife and, in some cases, offer forage for livestock. Common vetch's cold tolerance makes it suitable for various climates, but it is not nearly as cold tolerant as that of Hairy vetch.
        When is the right time to plant?

        Common Vetch has a minimum germination temp of 42 °F. Reference your average soil temperature to determine ideal planting time.
        Read this article for more info: When Can I Start Planting?

        Basic Info

        N Fix Potential 75 - 125
        Seeds/lb 8,000
        C/N at Maturity Low
        Growth Habit Prostrate
        Root Type/Depth Medium Taproot
        Cold Kill 10 °F
        Dry Matter Potential 1.5 - 3 tons/acre

        Use & Characteristics

        Maturity 75-95 days
        Lasting Residue Fair
        Palatability Excellent
        Hay Harvest Excellent
        Regrowth Good
        Deep Compaction Good
        Surface Compaction Very Good
        Weed Suppression Very Good
        Crimp Kill Easy

        Planting

        Plant Depth 1"
        Min Germ Temp 42 °F
        Drilled Seed Rate 20 - 25 lbs/acre
        Broadcast Seed Rate 25 - 30 lbs/acre

        Tolerance

        Heat Good
        Drought Fair
        Shade Very Good
        Wet Soil Very Good
        Low Fertility Fair
        Low pH Soil Very Good
        High pH Salinity Good
        High pH Calcareous Good

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