AU Merit Hairy Vetch
AU Merit is ideal for grazing, hay, and cover crops. It is a proven producer of enormous amounts of forage that is ready early in the year. It is also a massive nitrogen producer and perfect for supporting pollinators and wildlife.
Features
Early Maturity
AU Merit is nearly 15 days earlier than most other hairy vetch cultivars. When used as a cover crop, this means more biological N fixation (BNF) potential exists for early spring planted crops.
High Forage Yield
AU Merit’s early maturity also contributes to its high forage production and increase value for early spring grazing.
Abundant Nitrogen
In trials, AU Merit showed up to 175 lbs. of N/acre, exceeding many other legumes.
Vigorous and Adaptive
AU Merit was bred to have good disease resistance, excellent seedling vigor and tolerance to a wide range of soil types.
Attracts Wildlife/Pollinators
AU Merit provides wildlife and pollinators abundant forage and flowers throughout the spring growing season.
Coat for Optimal Performance
For optimal performance, AU Merit should be inoculated with Rhizobium leguminosarum biovar viceae. This is best achieved with Nitro-Coat®.
A Valuable Variety For Seed Dealers
Our hairy vetch varieties not only perform well for farmers, they also are very valuable to seed dealers. Contact us today to see if dealer options are available in your area.