Schwetra
Festuca pratensis
Profile
SCHWETRA is the first registered tetraploid Meadow fescue in Germany. The variety achieves good yields and is winter hardy and persistent. Compared to other varieties, SCHWETRA has a good forage value concerning sugar content and digestibility. The loose sward makes SCHWETRA to a good mixing partner for legumes.
Sowing rate: 30-35 kg/ha
International listings/recommendations: BY, CA, DE, DK, UK
- Good yields
- Winter hardy and persistent
- Good forage value
General
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All specified information is given to the best of our knowledge and belief, but without guarantee on completeness and correctness. Despite care we cannot guarantee that the described characteristics are repeatable / comprehensive in agricultural practice in each case. DSV United Kingdom Ltd. excludes adhesion for damage or claims for damages, resulting of the use for the variety specified in this description. Mixture compositions may change if individual varieties are not available. As of 11/2025. Subject to change without notice.