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Forage Soybeans (Laredo)

Description

Laredo Soybeans are an older soybean variety that is distinguishable from most other soybean varieties since the actual seed is black in color. While growing it will look like a typical PPS (Photoperiod Sensitive) soybean plant. PPS is the developmental response by the plant due to the relative lengths of light and dark periods (day and night) that adjust its flowering time. These soybeans are excellent in both grazing and hay situations.

Forage Soybeans (Laredo)

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Drilled Seeding Rate:45-55 lbs/acre
Broadcast Seeding Rate:55-65 lbs/acre
Min Germ Temp:55 °F
Cold Kill Temp:32 °F

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    Description

    Laredo Soybeans are an older soybean variety that is distinguishable from most other soybean varieties since the actual seed is black in color. While growing it will look like a typical PPS (Photoperiod Sensitive) soybean plant. PPS is the developmental response by the plant due to the relative lengths of light and dark periods (day and night) that adjust its flowering time. These soybeans are excellent in both grazing and hay situations.

    Basic Info

    N Fix Potential 50-120
    Seeds/lb 6,800
    C/N at Maturity Low
    Growth Habit Upright
    Root Type/Depth Shallow Taproot
    Cold Kill 32 °F
    Dry Matter Potential 1.5 - 4 tons/acre

    Use & Characteristics

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

    Planting

    Plant Depth 1-1.5 Inches
    Min Germ Temp 55 °F
    Drilled Seed Rate 45-55 lbs/acre
    Broadcast Seed Rate 55-65 lbs/acre
    When is the right time to plant?

    Forage Soybeans (Laredo) has a minimum germination temp of 55 °F. Reference your average soil temperature to determine ideal planting time.
    Read this article for more info:
    When Can I Start Planting?

    Tolerance

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

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    Good product but no inoculum

    Seeds had good germ and emerged well. It would have been helpful if it was specified that the seeds were not inoculated and didn't come with inoculum. Also, an option to purchase inoculum with the seed is needed.

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