{"product_id":"1-kg-desmanthus-co-2-fodder-seeds-desmanthus-virgatus-phytosanitary-certificate","title":"1 kg Desmanthus CO 2 Fodder Seeds – Desmanthus virgatus | Phytosanitary Certificate","description":"\u003cp\u003eDesmanthus CO 2 is a high-yielding perennial fodder variety capable of producing approximately 130 tonnes of green fodder per hectare annually under recommended cultivation and favourable growing conditions. The established crop can provide around seven harvests per year, making it suitable for dairy farms, livestock farms and commercial green-fodder production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as Velimasal or Hedge Lucerne, Desmanthus CO 2 produces nutritious, protein-rich leafy forage with good regrowth after cutting. It is suitable for cattle, dairy cows, buffaloes, goats and sheep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFodder Uses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduces nutritious, protein-rich green fodder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for cattle, buffaloes, goats and sheep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvides repeated harvests from one establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan be fed fresh, chopped or mixed with grass fodder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUseful for pasture development and year-round fodder systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a leguminous crop, it can contribute to soil fertility through biological nitrogen fixation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for mixing with cereal fodders to create a more balanced livestock ration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanting Instructions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing season: Sow throughout the year under irrigated conditions. For rain-fed cultivation, sow at the beginning of the rainy season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoil: Suitable for different soil types but performs best in fertile, well-drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeed rate: Approximately 20 kg per hectare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLand preparation: Plough the field two or three times to obtain a fine, weed-free seedbed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eField layout: Prepare ridges and furrows approximately 50 cm apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSowing: Sow the treated seeds shallowly in moist soil and cover lightly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeed Treatment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesmanthus seeds have a hard seed coat and require treatment for improved germination:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the seeds in hot water at approximately 80°C for five minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove and wash the seeds with cold water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoak them in cold water overnight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShade-dry the treated seeds before sowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIrrigation and Crop Care\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIrrigate immediately after sowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide a light irrigation on the third day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue irrigation approximately every 10 days, depending on soil moisture, rainfall and climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarry out the first weeding approximately 25 days after sowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerform additional weeding when necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply farmyard manure and fertilizer according to local soil-test recommendations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaturity and Harvest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowth habit: Perennial, multicut fodder crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst harvest: Approximately 90 days after sowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubsequent harvests: Approximately every 50 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpected harvests: Around seven cuts annually under favourable management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePotential green-fodder yield: Approximately 130 tonnes per hectare per year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvesting method: Cut above ground level while leaving sufficient stem and growing points for healthy regrowth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegular irrigation, fertilization and timely harvesting promote tender foliage and continued production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding Guidance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduce fresh Desmanthus fodder gradually and feed it as part of a balanced ration. For best results, combine it with suitable grass or cereal fodder. Feeding requirements vary by animal type, age, weight and production stage; consult a livestock nutritionist or veterinarian when planning rations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhytosanitary Certificate  Shipping   Is Included and  Tracking  will be provided \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe seeds are supplied with a phytosanitary certificate for international shipping \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYield, germination, maturity and harvesting intervals may vary according to climate, soil fertility, irrigation, seed storage and local cultivation practices.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanika","offers":[{"title":"1 Kg  With Phytosanitary Certificate","offer_id":56027590754596,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"5  Kg  With Phytosanitary Certificate","offer_id":56027590787364,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/6787\/1268\/files\/DesmanthusCO2FodderSeeds.jpg?v=1786985221","url":"https:\/\/www.seedsforgarden.com\/ar\/products\/1-kg-desmanthus-co-2-fodder-seeds-desmanthus-virgatus-phytosanitary-certificate","provider":"Botanika","version":"1.0","type":"link"}