Persist II Orchardgrass

Persist II orchardgrass was selected 100% from the original variety Persist. In 2009, a paddock of Persist was planted at the Blount Unit, Univ. of Tennessee. The paddock was grazed under high pressure until spring 2013, resulting in the desiccation of 90% of the stand. Out of the remaining 10%, individual plant selections were made, having demonstrated good grazing tolerance. The selections were further rated for vigor, maturity, growth habit, and disease resistance for an additional three years, culminating in a final selection of eight parents, which were polycrossed into the new variety Persist II.

Persist II is available both in raw seed or enhanced with our Nitro-NP™ exclusive coating technology package to help in germination, root hair development, and new leaf growth.