Foothold is a long-lived alfalfa bred for its oversized and deep-set crown, making it more tolerant of wheel, hoof and field traffic. Its spreading and prostrate growth habit is conducive to filling-in bare ground. Selected for a high leaf to steam ratio, it has shown high multi-foliate expression delivering top quality forage and more milk per acre. Scoring 30/30 on the DRI (Disease Resistance Index) compliments Foothold’s strong persistence and winter hardiness that provides long lasting productivity.
Forage Yield & Quality
Foothold is selected for dense crowns, high leaf to stem ratio, vigorous roots, high forage dry matter yield and high forage milk per acre. Forage quality was evaluated using NIRS ( Near Infrared Reflectance Specroscopy) ensuring high NDF digestibility
| Characteristics | |
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| Variety | Foothold |
| Use | Hay & Pasture |
| Root Habit | Spreader |
| Plant Type | Prostrate Multifoliate |
| Preferred Growing Conditions | Widely adapted; suitable to pasture or long-lived hay |
| Production Period | Spring – Fall |
| Key Features |
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| Limitations |
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| Special Traits | Oversized and Durable Crown |
| Winter Survival and Adaption | |
|---|---|
| Fall Dormancy | 2 |
| Winter Survival | 1.7 |
| DRI | 30/30 |
