{"product_id":"1000-australian-full-red-napier-grass-cuttings-with-phytosanitary-certificate","title":"1000 Australian Full Red Napier Grass Cuttings, With Phytosanitary Certificate","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAustralian Full Red Napier Grass Cuttings – High-Yield Multicut Livestock Fodder\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCenchrus purpureus \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSynonym:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePennisetum purpureum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVariety\/trade name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Australian Full Red Napier\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh stem cuttings\/sticks\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProductive life:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 4–5 years with proper management\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,000 stem cuttings\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2,000 square feet, depending on planting distance and field conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhytosanitary certificate and trackable worldwide shipping are included in the price.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Australian Full Red Napier\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAustralian Full Red Napier is a perennial, multi-cut fodder grass recognised by its reddish-purple stems and leaves. The colour is produced by naturally occurring anthocyanin pigments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt produces abundant green fodder and is suitable for feeding cows, buffaloes, goats and sheep. The young and tender grass is palatable and can be chopped before feeding or used for preparing silage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis grass can grow very tall under favourable conditions, but it should be harvested while the stems are still tender and nutritious. Do not allow the crop to become excessively old, hard or fibrous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen fodder for cows and buffaloes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFodder for goats and sheep\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for dairy and livestock farms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMulti-cut fodder production\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan be chopped using a chaff cutter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for silage preparation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUseful for maintaining a regular supply of green fodder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSoil and Land Preparation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAustralian Red Napier can grow in different types of soil, including sandy, loamy and black soil. Fertile, well-drained soil gives the best results. Avoid locations where water remains stagnant for long periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the plantation remains productive for several years, prepare the land thoroughly before planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlough the field deeply and break large soil clods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd approximately 8–10 tonnes of well-decomposed farmyard manure per acre, depending on soil fertility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrepare rows or furrows for planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake sure the field has proper drainage and irrigation facilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePreparation of Cuttings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse fresh and healthy stem cuttings with active nodes or buds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore planting, cuttings may be treated with an agricultural rooting or germination solution according to the product manufacturer’s instructions. Do not use an unlabelled chemical or an excessive concentration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant the cuttings as soon as possible after receiving them. Do not allow them to become completely dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting Season\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAustralian Red Napier can be planted during warm weather whenever sufficient irrigation is available. The beginning of the rainy season is generally suitable for establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowth may become slower during cold weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting Method\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain approximately 3 feet between rows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep around 1 foot between cuttings within each row, or use spacing recommended for local conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the cutting horizontally or at a slight angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep at least one healthy node lightly covered with soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not bury the cutting too deeply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePress the soil gently around the cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIrrigate immediately after planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant population and coverage will vary according to the spacing selected. Closer planting requires more cuttings, while wider planting requires fewer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIrrigation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIrrigate immediately after planting and provide another light irrigation after approximately 3–4 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue watering according to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoil type\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRainfall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocal climate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the soil moist during establishment, but avoid prolonged waterlogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eManure and Fertilizer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply well-decomposed farmyard manure during land preparation. Because Napier is harvested repeatedly, nutrients must be replenished after each cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply fertilizer according to a local soil test and agricultural recommendation. The quantity should be adjusted according to soil fertility, expected yield and irrigation availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrganic manure from cows or buffaloes can also be applied when it is properly decomposed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first harvest can generally be taken approximately 80–90 days after planting, depending on climate, soil fertility and crop growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubsequent harvests may normally be taken every 45–65 days. For better fodder quality, harvest while the crop is leafy and the stems are still tender.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut the grass close to the recommended height above ground without damaging the crown. Timely harvesting encourages healthy regrowth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately 5–6 harvests may be possible annually under favourable growing conditions. Actual production varies considerably with climate, planting density, soil fertility, irrigation and harvesting management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChop the harvested grass into small pieces before feeding to reduce wastage and make it easier for livestock to consume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduce new fodder gradually. Australian Red Napier should form part of a balanced ration and can be combined with protein-rich fodders such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCowpea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLucerne or alfalfa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBerseem\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHedge lucerne\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther suitable legumes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways provide clean drinking water, dry roughage, minerals and concentrate feed according to the animal’s nutritional requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting Material Required\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e12,000 cuttings may be required for one acre\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e depending on the spacing and planting system used. Farmers should calculate the final requirement according to their selected row-to-row and plant-to-plant distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Australian Full Red Napier” is commonly used as a commercial variety name. The intensity of red or purple pigmentation may vary according to plant age, sunlight, season and growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll yield, height, harvesting and coverage figures are approximate. Actual performance depends on local soil, climate, irrigation, nutrition and crop management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Supply from SeedsForGarden\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeedsForGarden supplies fresh Australian Full Red Napier stem cuttings for dairy farms, livestock farmers and agricultural projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBulk quantities are available. 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