Medium red clover is a winter/spring/fall seeded nitrogen-fixing legume, capable of producing up to 60-100 lbs. N/acre.
Seeding Rate (lbs. / acre)
- Drill: 10-12
- Broadcast: 10-15
- In a mix: 2-5
Medium Red Clover Benefits & Info
- Works well when spring frost seeded into winter small grain crops
- Deep tap roots complement the roots of the companion grass crop for soil health improvement
Forage Considerations
- Many producers will take one or two harvests of red clover for forage
To see how medium red clover was used effectively on a farm, please read this article – Benefits of a Pure Stand of Cover Crop Red Clover