Octane’s dense, dark green canopy and 60% multi-foliate expression is a standout in any field. Octane is selected for high forage dry matter yield, high forage milk per acre, high NDF and disease resistance.
Explosive Disease Resistance & Winterhardiness
Scoring a perfect 35/35 on the Disease Ratings Index (DRI), Octane is highly resistant to all diseases including Aphanomyces Races 1 & 2. Octane is a fall dormancy class 3 (FD 3) tap root, with exceptional winterhardiness that is comparable to creeping root alfalfa.
| Characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Variety | Octane |
| Use | Hay |
| Root Habit | Tap Rooted |
| Plant Type | Upright |
| Preferred Growing Conditions | Widely adapted |
| Production Period | Spring- Fall |
| Limitations |
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| Winter Survival and Adaption | |
|---|---|
| Fall Dormancy | 3 |
| Winter Survival | 1.4 |
| DRI | 35/35 |
