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ORGANICALLY DRIVENBlue River Organic Seeds, as the name suggests, is dedicated solely to organic seed and organic farming. With knowl-edgeable dealers and support staff who are familiar with organic production, we focus our efforts to serve you, the organic farmer! It is our mission to provide 100% of our products as Certified Organic Seed. In this product guide you will see that we have achieved this lofty goal for all of our corn and soybean varieties for the 2020 planting season. These varieties are not only certified organic but are some of the most competitive in the seed industry today. Additionally, we are making great strides to increase our line-up of certified organic, varietal-specific, high yielding, and high-quality alfalfa and forage sorghum products. As we move forward, we will continue to invest in only the highest quality seed products, developed specifically for organically managed systems.

Blue River Organic Seeds was founded with a singular dedication to organic seed and organic agriculture, and we are 100% dedicated to continuing that path into the future. When you buy your seed this year and in future years to come, please consider that a very large percentage of any profit that we make goes back into the research and the selection of the best varieties for your certified organic operation. Why is this important? Your purchase of Blue River products helps ensure the availability of organic seed products in the future. Buying conventional, un-treated seed may save a farmer a small amount of money in the short term, but it does not ensure that the research and production of a diverse line-up of organic-specific seed will continue. If every dollar spent is a vote for the change you want to see in the world, take pride in buying certified organic seed for your farm whenever possible. Because of you, our customers, Blue River’s efforts can continue!

You have my sincere appreciation for your dedication to organic agriculture and the trust you place in us as your organic seed provider,

Stuart Grim

General ManagerBlue River Organic Seeds

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GRAIN SORGHUM DETAILSAgronomic Characteristics Pest & Disease Information

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52R7 CNV 52 4 5 5 5 30” - 36” 3 Semi-Open Red No 18,000 4 4 2 2 NA 1 5 2 2 2 2

63WT6 CNV 63 5 5 4 5 30” - 36” 5 Semi-Open White Yes 15,000 4 3 NA NA 4 NA 4 4 NA NA NA

63C5 CNV 63 5 5 5 5 40” - 46” 3 Semi-Compact Cream No 17,500 NA 2 NA NA 5 NA 4 4 NA NA 5

67B4 CNV 67 5 4 4 5 36” - 40” 3 Semi-Open Bronze No 12,000 4 4 2 2 NA 1 3 4 4 2 2

76WT4 CNV 76 5 4 4 4 50” - 56” 3 Semi-Compact White Yes 12,300 4 4 2 2 NA 3 5 4 2 2 2

Grain Sorghum Planting Guide

Row Seeds Per AcreWidth 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 90,000 100,000 110,000

(Inches) (seeds per feet)40 2.3 3.1 3.8 4.6 5.4 6.1 6.9 7.7 8.4

38 2.2 2.9 3.6 4.4 5.1 5.8 6.5 7.3 8.0

30 1.7 2.3 2.9 3.4 4.0 4.6 5.2 5.7 6.320 1.2 1.5 1.9 2.3 2.7 3.1 3.4 3.8 4.215 0.9 1.2 1.4 1.7 2.0 2.3 2.6 2.9 3.27.5 0.4 0.6 0.7 0.8 1.0 1.2 1.3 1.5 1.6

Seeds/Lb Pounds of Seed per Acre

11,000 2.7 3.6 4.6 5.5 6.4 7.3 8.2 9.1 10.012,000 2.5 3.3 4.2 5.0 5.8 6.7 7.5 8.3 9.2

13,000 2.3 3.1 3.9 4.6 5.4 6.2 6.9 7.7 8.5

14,000 2.1 2.9 3.6 4.3 5.0 5.7 6.4 7.1 7.915,000 2.0 2.7 3.3 4.0 4.7 5.3 6.0 6.7 7.316,000 1.9 2.5 3.1 3.8 4.4 5.0 5.6 6.3 6.917,000 1.8 2.4 2.9 3.5 4.1 4.7 5.3 5.9 6.318,000 1.7 2.2 2.8 3.3 3.9 4.4 5.0 5.6 6.1

• Plant when 4-inch soil temperatures are 65 degrees Fahrenheit and rising; warmer soil temps are preferred for faster germination and canopy closure.

• Avoid planting in very wet or waterlogged soil; seed rot and soil compaction are significant risks of planting in wet soils.

• Ideal grain sorghum planting depth is between 1 and 2 inches.

• In heavier soils, plant seed at 1 inch deep. In lighter, sandier soils, plant seed at a max of 2 inches deep.

• Seed to soil contact is very important! Monitor your

TIPS FOR ESTABLISHING A GOOD GRAIN SORGHUM STANDsoil conditions and planting equipment. Adjust or replace worn components to ensure good seed to soil contact.

• For no-till planting, adjust coulter down-pressure and depth for each field and residue situation. Make certain that coulters slice through the residue rather than pinning it in the furrow. Consider using attachments that sweep, brush, or move residue out of the furrow.

• Practice good weed control methods prior to and during the first 6 weeks after planting. Do your best to control weeds at the “white thread” stage.

Planting Blue River seed in 2019 in Chestertown, Maryland

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Blue River Organic Seed is dedicated solely to organic seed and organic farming. We believe that maintaining high standards in organic seed products is mandatory and should be a priority for all organic agriculture suppliers.

We are proud of the fact that almost all our seed products are produced on certified organic fields. We will only sell conventional, un-treated seed when we have no viable alternative (these products are labeled as “CNV”).

Therefore, almost all products in this guide are certified organic! Unless a product is labeled with “CNV,” you can rest assured that it is certified organic.


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ORGANIC CORN05ES1 Extremely early maturing hybrid

with food grade potentialIdeal for regions with short growing seasons or lower GDU accumulationGood resistance to FusariumExpect a very early harvest

Grain/Silage

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07B98 Great seedling vigor, with good root and stalk integrityExcellent staygreen and late season integritySlow dry-down with flintier kernels; food grade potential

Grain

78DAY

05ES7 Extremely early maturing hybrid; Exciting option for northern regions!Ideal for regions with cool summers or a northern double cropping systemGood resistance to FusariumExpect a very early harvest

Grain/Silage

73DAY

08B55Good yield potential across soil types and management systemsGood choice at this maturity for a grain/silage optionExcellent late season integrity and staygreenSlow dry-down with flintier kernels; food grade potential

Grain/Silage

78DAY

14A91 Tried and true performer in northern locationsGood root and stalk integrityExhibits husk flare for faster dry-downA great workhorse choice under 85 days

Grain/Silage

82DAY

18N16Racehorse potential in high fertility environmentsWill perform well across a variety of soil typesFood grade potential with husk flare for improved dry-downGood late season integrity and excellent staygreen

Grain

84DAY

21L90 Silage-specific hybrid with more leaves and more digestible stalksVery slow dry-down for an extended silage harvest windowLarge, soft kernels for improved digestionPlanting population is 28,000 to 30,000 for optimum silage

Silage

85DAY

26B78Racehorse potential in high fertility environmentsWill perform well across variety of soil typesFood grade potential with longer ears and good ear flexGreat root and stalk integrity and excellent staygreen

Grain

88DAY


WORKHORSE Denotes workhorse hybrids that will yield and stand better than average in a poor growing season.

27B16Taller plant with girthy flex ears and great test weightRacehorse yield potential in high population/high fertility management systemsBest performance when kept within its maturity zone

Grain/Silage

88DAY

27B50Good emergence and seedling vigor for rapid canopy closureGood east, west, and southern movementGreat fall intergrity, good staygreen increases delayed harvest flexibility

Grain

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33A16Racehorse yield potential in high population/high fertility management systemsSimilar genetics to 27B16Excellent root and stalk integrity with great stress tolerance

Grain/Silage

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33ND10Silage specific, white cob hybridCan be taken for grain, if neededWidely adapted east to west and moves north wellSlow dry-down with good staygreen gives wide silage harvest window

Silage/GrainBackup

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34C17All-star workhorse hybrid that performs well in unfavorable conditionsExcellent emergence and early growthGreat ear flexMoves east to west well across all soil types

Grain

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38G54One of Blue River’s top sellersRacehorse potential in high population/high fertility management systemsShorter plant that develops an excellent canopyGirthy, flex ears with husk flare for faster dry-down

Grain

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• Plant when 4-inch soil temperatures are 55degrees Fahrenheit and rising; warmer soil tempsare preferred for faster germination and canopyclosure.

• Avoid planting in very wet or waterlogged soil;seed rot and soil compaction are significant risksof planting in wet soils.

• Ideal corn planting depth is no less than 2 inchesdeep for proper nodal root establishment. Plantdeeper (2.5 to 3 inches) to ensure adequatemoisture if soil is too dry or sandy.

• Seed to soil contact is very important! Monitoryour soil conditions and planting equipment.Adjust or replace worn components to ensuregood seed to soil contact.

• For no-till planting, adjust coulter down-pressureand depth for each field and residue situation.Make certain that coulters slice through theresidue rather than pinning it in the furrow.Consider using attachments that sweep, brush, ormove residue out of the furrow as well.

• If your soil is prone to crusting and you have rainshortly after planting, utilize a rotary hoe or asimilar implement to break the crust so that yourseed can emerge properly.

• Practice good weed control methods prior to andduring the first 6 weeks after planting. Do yourbest to control weeds at the “white thread” stage.Tine weeding or rotary hoeing when it doesn’tlook like you need it is never a waste of time!

TIPS FOR ESTABLISHING A GOOD CORN STAND


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43L96 Silage-specific hybrid with more leaves and more digestible stalksVery slow dry-down for an extended silage harvest windowLarge, soft kernels for improved digestionPlanting population is 28,000 to 30,000 for optimum silage

Silage

98DAY

42C87 Racehorse yield potential with great seedling vigorFixed ear hybrid that performs best at higher populationsExcellent staygreen and fall integrityExcellent silage ratings

Grain/Silage

99DAY

48G35 One of Blue River’s top sellersRacehorse yield potential; best performance at medium-high to high populationsGreat early season vigor and canopy developmentGreat fall integrity and dry-down

Grain/Silage

102DAY

49K70 Strong seedling vigor and strong root and stalk ratingsGood food grade potential; slow to dry-down due to flintier kernelsGood disease and stress tolerance

Grain

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51T59 Tall plant with racehorse yield potentialMoves well east to west and south of zoneGood Goss’s Wilt toleranceGood fall integrity and staygreen

Grain/Silage

103DAY

Racehorse yield potential that moves south of zoneExcellent seedling vigor and early season canopyGreat disease resistance and stress toleranceSemi-flex ear, excellent staygreen and fall integrity

Grain

104DAY

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USA Grown:Blue River Organic Seed bags have a designation that proudly distinguishes the emphasis Blue River plac-es on true, United States grown products. The label, which reads “USA Grown,” signifies that the Blue River seed in that bag was proudly grown in the soils of the United States. This is especially important given the concern of imports affecting United States organic markets over the past few years. Blue River wants our customers to feel confident that they are receiving the highest standard of USA Grown organic seed.

42C87 Racehorse yield potential with great seedling vigorFixed ear hybrid that performs best at higher populationsExcellent staygreen and fall integrityExcellent silage ratings

Grain/Silage

98DAY

Racehorse yield potential that moves south of zoneExcellent seedling vigor and early season canopyGreat disease resistance and stress toleranceSemi-flex ear, excellent staygreen and fall integrity

Grain

105DAY

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57A30A consistent Blue River top sellerRacehorse potential in high fertility environmentsGreat emergence and seedling vigor; performs well across soil typesTaller plant with semi-flex ears and a faster dry-down rate

Grain/Silage

107DAY

58PM36Solid workhorse performanceTall plant with flex earWidely used throughout the US to prevent pollen contamination (GE and color)Faster fall dry-down 107

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60PM11Racehorse yield potential with PuraMaize pollen blocking strengthGreat seedling vigor and early season canopy developmentTaller plant with girthy, flex earsGood fall appearance and dry-down 109

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62G22One of Blue River’s top sellers in transition regionsRacehorse yield potential with great early season canopy developmentTaller plant with good ear flexGreat late season integrity with faster dry-down

Grain/Silage

110DAY

63PM48Compact, dense foliage on a medium-tall plantGreat root and stalk integrity and stress toleranceSemi-flex ear with excellent staygreen and fall integrity

Grain/Silage

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Racehorse yield potential; performs well at high populationsA good choice for transition regionsGreat stalk and root integrity, with good disease resistanceGood fall integrity and staygreen 111

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Grain65G55

Racehorse yield potential; performs best at medium to high populationsGreat overall disease and stress resistanceGood seedling vigor and early season canopyGreat fall appearance, dry-down, and integrity

111DAY

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66PM19PuraMaize variety with large ears and medium-tall heightPerforms well at higher populations; can be moved southExcellent root and stalk integrityExcellent fall integrity and staygreen 112

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A field of 66G25 planted in 2019 in Seaford, Delaware

WORKHORSE Denotes workhorse hybrids that will yield and stand better than average in a poor growing season.


66G25 Can be moved south of zone; performs well at high populationsA great choice for transition regionsExcellent root and stalk integrity with broad disease resistance/ tolerenceExcellent fall integrity and staygreen

Grain/Silage

112DAY

70A47 Food grade potential; slower dry-down due to flintier kernelsRacehorse yield potential but performs well across a variety of soil typesExcellent root and stalk integrityMedium plant height with good fall integrity

Grain

114DAY

70N16 Good seedling vigor and early canopy establishmentMedium-tall plant with semi-flex earsGreat disease resistance and stress toleranceExcellent fall integrity and staygreen

Grain

114DAY

71PM50 Food grade potential combined with PureMaize pollen blocking abilitySlower fall dry-down due to flintier kernelsTaller plant with semi-flex earsGood root and stalk integrity

Grain

114DAY

74B75 Great tolerance to Goss’s Wilt and Southern RustAdapted east to west and moves south of zone wellTaller plant with ear flex and good heat/drought tolerance

Grain/Silage

116DAY

What is PuraMaize?PuraMaize is hybrid corn just like all Blue River corn varieties. However, it has one very important advantage: the PuraMaize gene blocking system. Developed through traditional selective breeding, the PuraMaize gene blocking system obstructs GMO corn cross pollination contamination. Simply put: PuraMaize prefers its own pollen over the pollen of neighboring corn hybrids that do not contain PuraMaize. If PuraMaize pollen is present during the pollination window, all non-PuraMaize pollen is rejected, including GMO, Gene Edited and CRISPR pollen.

Why is this important to growers?The PuraMaize line strengthens the ability of organic growers to continue to farm organically without worrying about pollen drift from their conventional neighbors’ corn fields. An added benefit is that organic growers will no longer have to delay planting - widening their window for corn grain production.

What is a Workhorse Hybrid?As you look through this product guide, you might have noticed the horseshoe symbol on specific hybrids. When selecting corn products for your organic operation, it is wise to diversify with more than just one or two hybrids. A minimum of three hybrids is best if you have the acres to justify the diversity. By doing so, you spread out your risk for a better outcome during those years with unforeseen adverse weather conditions. A phrase like “don’t put all your eggs in one basket” comes to mind when planning for each growing season. The horseshoe symbol tells you that this hybrid may not be the highest yielding hybrid on your farm when you have an ideal growing season and great soil conditions, but this WILL be the hybrid that yields and stands better than average under a less than ideal growing season.

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Corn Planting Population Guide

Seeds/Acre Planted 30” Row 34” Row 36” Row Final Population

(inches between seeds)20,000 10.5 8.7 8.2 17,00022,000 9.5 7.9 7.5 18,70024,000 8.7 7.3 6.9 20,40026,000 8 6.7 6.3 22,10030,000 7.5 6.2 5.9 23,80032,000 6.5 5.4 5.2 27,20034,000 6.1 5.1 4.8 28,90036,000 5.8 4.8 4.6 30,60038,000 5.5 4.6 4.3 32,300


ORGANIC CORN DETAILSProduct Selection Planting & Early Season Management Disease Information

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05ES1 72 1880 Grain or Silage 3.0 Yes Medium 4.0 4.0 No 4.0 4.0 NA NA NA NA NA NA

05ES7 73 1900 Grain or Silage 3.0 Yes Medium 4.0 4.0 No 4.0 4.0 NA NA NA NA NA NA

07B98 78 2000 Grain 4.0 Yes Med-High 4.0 5.0 No 4.0 3.0 3.0 NA 3.0 NA NA 4.0

08B55 78 2010 Grain or Silage 4.0 Yes Med-High 4.0 4.0 No 4.0 4.0 NA NA NA NA NA NA

14A91 82 2020 Grain or Silage 3.0 No Medium 4.0 4.0 No 4.0 4.0 2.0 NA 3.0 3.0 3.0 4.0

18N16 84 2145 Grain 4.0 Yes Med-High 5.0 5.0 No 4.0 3.0 3.0 NA 3.0 NA 3.0 3.0

21L90 85 2100 Silage 2.0 No Medium 5.0 4.0 Yes 5.0 4.0 4.0 NA 4.0 4.0 3.0 4.0

26B78 88 2200 Grain 4.0 Yes Med-High 5.0 5.0 No 4.0 3.0 3.0 NA 3.0 NA 3.0 4.0

27B16 88 2280 Grain or Silage 4.0 No High 5.0 4.0 No 4.0 4.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 2.0 2.0 3.0

27B50 88 2200 Grain 4.0 No Medium 5.0 3.5 Yes 4.0 5.0 3.0 NA 3.0 4.0 2.0 NA

33A16 92 2280 Grain or Silage 4.0 No High 5.0 4.0 No 4.0 3.0 3.0 NA 3.0 3.0 2.0 NA

33ND10 92 2300 Silage w/ Grain Backup 4.0 No Medium 4.0 5.0 No 4.0 5.0 3.0 NA 3.0 NA 3.0 2.0

34C17 93 2250 Grain 3.0 No Medium 3.0 4.0 No 5.0 4.0 3.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 2.0 3.0

38G54 96 2360 Grain 4.0 No Med-High 5.0 3.0 No 4.0 5.0 3.0 4.0 3.0 3.0 4.0 4.0

43L96 98 2470 Silage 2.0 No Medium 4.0 3.0 Yes 4.0 4.0 NA NA 2.0 3.0 4.0 3.0

42C87 98 2470 Grain or Silage 4.0 No High 4.0 3.0 Yes 4.0 4.0 3.0 4.0 3.0 NA NA 4.0

48G35 102 2480 Grain or Silage 4.0 No High 5.0 4.0 Yes 4.0 4.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 2.0 3.0

49K70 103 2500 Grain 4.0 Yes Medium 5.0 4.0 Yes 4.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 4.0 4.0 4.0

51T59 103 2610 Grain or Silage 4.0 No Med-High 5.0 3.0 Yes 3.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 3.0 3.0 4.0 3.0

54PM37 105 2520 Grain 4.0 No High 5.0 4.0 Yes 5.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 3.0 4.0 3.0

57A30 107 2580 Grain or Silage 3.5 No Med-High 4.0 5.0 No 4.0 4.5 4.0 3.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 NA

58PM36 107 2650 Grain 4.0 No Medium 5.0 4.0 No 3.0 4.0 3.0 3.0 4.0 3.0 4.0 4.0

60PM11 109 2620 Grain or Silage 3.0 No Med-High 5.0 4.0 No 4.0 5.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 4.0

62G22 110 2640 Grain or Silage 4.0 No Med-High 5.0 4.0 No 4.0 5.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 4.0

63PM48 111 2660 Grain or Silage 4.0 No Medium 5.0 4.0 No 3.0 3.0 2.0 3.0 4.0 3.0 3.0 4.0

65G55 111 2765 Grain 3.0 No Med-High 5.0 4.0 Yes 4.0 4.0 4.0 3.0 4.0 3.0 3.0 4.0

65N94 111 2660 Grain 3.0 No Med-High 5.0 3.0 Yes 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0

66PM19 112 2800 Grain or Silage 4.0 No Med-High 4.0 5.0 Yes 3.0 3.0 3.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0

66G25 112 2810 Grain or Silage 4.0 No Med-High 4.0 5.0 Yes 3.0 3.0 3.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0

70A47 114 2790 Grain 4.0 Yes Medium 4.0 4.0 No 4.0 3.0 2.0 3.0 4.0 3.0 3.0 4.0

70N16 114 2820 Grain 3.0 No Med-High 5.0 3.0 Yes 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0

71PM50 114 2820 Grain 4.0 Yes Medium 4.0 4.0 Yes 3.0 3.0 4.0 4.0 3.0 4.0 3.0 4.0

74B75 116 2855 Grain or Silage 3.0 No Medium 5.0 5.0 Yes 4.0 4.0 4.0 NA 4.0 NA 4.0 4.0

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01AB23 76 1750 Grain 4 No Medium Yes No No 5 4 3 NA 3 3 1 NA 05ES1 3.0 4.0 3.0 Medium Medium Semi-Flex Red 3.0 3.0 3.0 Normal

01AB23 76 1750 Grain 4 No Medium Yes No No 5 4 3 NA 3 3 1 NA 05ES7 3.0 4.0 3.0 Medium Medium Semi-Flex Red 3.0 3.0 3.0 Normal

01AB23 76 1750 Grain 4 No Medium Yes No No 5 4 3 NA 3 3 1 NA 07B98 4.0 4.0 4.0 Medium Medium Semi-Flex White 4.0 2.0 4.0 Normal

01AB23 76 1750 Grain 4 No Medium Yes No No 5 4 3 NA 3 3 1 NA 08B55 3.0 4.0 4.0 Med-Tall Medium Semi-Flex White 4.0 2.0 4.0 Normal

01AB23 76 1750 Grain 4 No Medium Yes No No 5 4 3 NA 3 3 1 NA 14A91 4.0 4.0 3.0 Med-Tall Medium Semi-Flex Red 3.0 5.0 3.0 Normal

01AB23 76 1750 Grain 4 No Medium Yes No No 5 4 3 NA 3 3 1 NA 18N16 4.0 4.0 3.0 Med-Tall Med-High Flex Red 4.0 3.0 3.0 Normal

01AB23 76 1750 Grain 4 No Medium Yes No No 5 4 3 NA 3 3 1 NA 21L90 3.0 4.0 4.0 Tall Med-Low Semi-Flex Red 4.0 1.0 2.0 Long

01AB23 76 1750 Grain 4 No Medium Yes No No 5 4 3 NA 3 3 1 NA 26B78 4.0 4.0 4.0 Med-Tall Med-High Flex Red 5.0 3.0 3.0 Normal

01AB23 76 1750 Grain 4 No Medium Yes No No 5 4 3 NA 3 3 1 NA 27B16 4.0 3.0 3.0 Med-Tall Med-High Flex Pink 3.0 3.0 4.0 Normal

01AB23 76 1750 Grain 4 No Medium Yes No No 5 4 3 NA 3 3 1 NA 27B50 4.0 3.5 4.0 Medium Medium Semi-Flex Red 3.5 4.0 4.0 Normal

01AB23 76 1750 Grain 4 No Medium Yes No No 5 4 3 NA 3 3 1 NA 33A16 4.0 4.0 5.0 Med-Tall Medium Flex Red 4.0 4.0 3.0 Long

01AB23 76 1750 Grain 4 No Medium Yes No No 5 4 3 NA 3 3 1 NA 33ND10 4.0 3.0 3.0 Med-Tall Med-High Flex White 4.0 2.0 3.0 Normal

01AB23 76 1750 Grain 4 No Medium Yes No No 5 4 3 NA 3 3 1 NA 34C17 4.0 3.0 3.0 Medium Medium Flex Red 4.0 4.0 3.0 Long

01AB23 76 1750 Grain 4 No Medium Yes No No 5 4 3 NA 3 3 1 NA 38G54 3.0 4.0 4.0 Medium Medium Flex Red 3.0 4.0 3.0 Normal

01AB23 76 1750 Grain 4 No Medium Yes No No 5 4 3 NA 3 3 1 NA 43L96 4.0 4.0 2.0 Tall Med-Low Semi-Flex White 4.0 1.0 2.0 Normal

01AB23 76 1750 Grain 4 No Medium Yes No No 5 4 3 NA 3 3 1 NA 42C87 3.0 3.0 4.0 Med-Tall Med-High Fixed Red 5.0 3.0 4.0 Normal

01AB23 76 1750 Grain 4 No Medium Yes No No 5 4 3 NA 3 3 1 NA 48G35 3.0 4.0 3.0 Med-Tall Med-High Fixed Red 4.0 4.0 4.0 Short

01AB23 76 1750 Grain 4 No Medium Yes No No 5 4 3 NA 3 3 1 NA 49K70 4.0 4.0 4.0 Medium Med-High Semi-Flex Pink 4.0 2.0 3.0 Normal

01AB23 76 1750 Grain 4 No Medium Yes No No 5 4 3 NA 3 3 1 NA 51T59 3.0 3.0 3.0 Med-Tall Med-High Flex Red 4.0 3.0 4.0 Normal

01AB23 76 1750 Grain 4 No Medium Yes No No 5 4 3 NA 3 3 1 NA 54PM37 4.0 4.0 4.0 Medium Medium Semi-Flex Red 5.0 3.0 4.0 Normal

01AB23 76 1750 Grain 4 No Medium Yes No No 5 4 3 NA 3 3 1 NA 57A30 4.0 4.0 4.0 Tall Med-High Semi-Flex Red 4.0 4.0 3.0 Normal

01AB23 76 1750 Grain 4 No Medium Yes No No 5 4 3 NA 3 3 1 NA 58PM36 3.5 4.0 4.0 Tall Med-High Flex Red 3.0 4.0 3.0 Normal

01AB23 76 1750 Grain 4 No Medium Yes No No 5 4 3 NA 3 3 1 NA 60PM11 4.0 4.0 3.0 Med-Tall Med-High Flex Pink 4.0 4.0 4.0 Normal

01AB23 76 1750 Grain 4 No Medium Yes No No 5 4 3 NA 3 3 1 NA 62G22 4.0 4.0 3.0 Med-Tall Med-High Flex Pink 4.0 4.0 4.0 Normal

01AB23 76 1750 Grain 4 No Medium Yes No No 5 4 3 NA 3 3 1 NA 63PM48 4.0 4.0 4.0 Med-Tall Med-High Semi-Flex Red 4.0 3.0 4.0 Normal

01AB23 76 1750 Grain 4 No Medium Yes No No 5 4 3 NA 3 3 1 NA 65G55 3.0 5.0 4.0 Medium Medium Semi-Flex Red 4.0 3.0 4.0 Normal

01AB23 76 1750 Grain 4 No Medium Yes No No 5 4 3 NA 3 3 1 NA 65N94 4.0 3.0 4.0 Med-Tall Med-High Semi-Flex Red 4.0 4.0 5.0 Normal


01AB23 76 1750 Grain 4 No Medium Yes No No 5 4 3 NA 3 3 1 NA 66G25 3.0 5.0 4.0 Med-Tall Med-High Semi-Flex Red 4.0 2.0 5.0 Normal

01AB23 76 1750 Grain 4 No Medium Yes No No 5 4 3 NA 3 3 1 NA 70A47 4.0 4.0 5.0 Medium Medium Flex Red 4.0 3.0 4.0 Long

01AB23 76 1750 Grain 4 No Medium Yes No No 5 4 3 NA 3 3 1 NA 70N16 4.0 3.0 4.0 Med-Tall Med-High Semi-Flex Red 4.0 4.0 5.0 Normal


01AB23 76 1750 Grain 4 No Medium Yes No No 5 4 3 NA 3 3 1 NA 74B75 4.0 3.0 4.0 Med-Tall Med-High Flex Red 3.0 2.0 3.0 Long

Additional Silage Ratings

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05ES1 72 4.0 4.0 5.0 4.0 4.0 4.0

05ES7 73 4.0 4.0 5.0 4.0 4.0 4.0

08B55 78 5.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0

14A91 82 4.0 3.0 4.0 4.0 3.0 4.0

21L90* 85 4.0 4.0 4.0 3.0 3.0 4.0

27B16 88 5.0 5.0 3.0 5.0 5.0 5.0

33A16 92 4.0 3.0 5.0 3.0 5.0 4.0

33ND10 92 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 5.0

42C87 98 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0

43L96* 98 5.0 4.0 4.0 3.0 3.0 5.0

48G35 102 4.0 4.0 5.0 5.0 4.0 5.0

51T59 103 5.0 3.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 5.0

57A30 107 4.0 5.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0

60PM11 109 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0

62G22 110 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0

63PM48 111 5.0 5.0 4.0 5.0 4.0 5.0

66PM19 112 5.0 5.0 4.0 5.0 4.0 5.0

66G25 112 5.0 5.0 4.0 5.0 4.0 5.0

74B75 116 5.0 5.0 4.0 5.0 5.0 5.0

* Note - The silage ratings are basedon silage trials that were conductedat higher than recommended plantpopulations for Leafy Floury hybrids.Leafy Floury hybrids managed atrecommended populations will givebetter results than portrayed below.

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ORGANIC SOYBEANSBlue River soybeans planted in Guthrie, Kentucky

07DC8FeedGROUP

0.7

Cyst resistantExcellent yield in this maturity groupBushy plant with very good emergenceExcellent overall plant health

08F6FoodGROUP

0.8

Early food grade soybean with good yield potential44% protein dry matter basisBushy plant with very good canopy

12A2FeedGROUP

1.2

Very good emergence and excellent standabilityGood overall plant healthConsistent yield leader over multiple years; a Blue River top sellerExcellent heat and drought stress tolerance

13P8FeedGROUP

1.2

Great early season growthExcellent end-season integrity and harvestabilityPhytophthora Root Rot tolerance and resistance to Iron Deficiency Chlorosis

1F44FoodGROUP

1.4

Taller plants with excellent, bushy canopyLarge, wide leavesExcellent food/tofu useHigh protein; 45.1% dry matter basis

15C6FeedGROUP

1.5

Cyst resistantGreat overall plant healthExcellent end-season integrity and harvestabilityGood emergence

FeedGROUP

1.8

Cyst resistantExcellent early season growthPhytophthora Root Rot tolerance and resistance to Brown Stem RotExcellent end-season integrity and harvestability

18C7

e17Y993FoodGROUP

1.7

Cyst resistantNew food grade optionHigh protein potentialGreat end-season standability


FoodGROUP

2.0

Cyst resistantYellow hilum with high protein potentialGood heat and drought stress toleranceBushy plant type

20FC6

FoodGROUP

2.0

Cyst resistant

New food grade option

Great end-season standability

e20Y993

FeedGROUP

1.9

Aphid resistantExcellent heat and drought stress toleranceGreat emergence, shatter resistance, and standability

19AR1

FeedGROUP

2.1

Good adaptability on varying soil typesExcellent heat and drought stress toleranceGreat end-season integrity and harvestability

2A12

FeedGROUP

2.2

Cyst resistantConsistently a Blue River top sellerExcellent early season growth with great overall plant healthExcellent end-season integrity andharvestability

22DC6

• Plant when 4-inch soil temperatures are 55 degreesFahrenheit and rising; warmer soil temps arepreferred for faster germination and canopy closure.

• Avoid planting in very wet or waterlogged soil; seedrot and soil compaction are significant risks ofplanting in wet soils.

• Ideal soybean planting depth is 1 to 1.5 inchesdeep. Soybeans are very sensitive to planting depth.Deeper planting is not recommended.

• Seed to soil contact is very important! Monitor yoursoil conditions and planting equipment. Adjust orreplace worn components to ensure good seed tosoil contact.

• For no-till planting, adjust coulter down-pressureand depth for each field and residue situation.Make certain that coulters slice through the residuerather than pinning it in the furrow. Consider usingattachments that sweep, brush, or move residue outof the furrow.

• If your soil is prone to crusting and you have rainshortly after planting, utilize a rotary hoe or a similarimplement to break the crust so that your seed canemerge properly.

• Practice good weed control methods prior to andduring the first 6 weeks after planting. Do your bestto control weeds at the “white thread” stage.

• Tine weeding or rotary hoeing when it does not looklike you need it is never a waste of time!

TIPS FOR ESTABLISHING A GOOD SOYBEAN STAND

FeedGROUP

2.4

Cyst resistantExcellent early season growthGreat overall plant health and standability

24DC3


ORGANIC SOYBEANS

26F0FoodGROUP

2.6

Excellent overall plant healthHigh protein potentialBushy plant with good shatter resistance

27AC5FeedGROUP

2.7

Cyst and aphid resistantBushy plant typeGood shatter resistanceFeed grade with high protein potential

29DC5FeedGROUP

2.9

Cyst resistantExcellent early season growthGood overall plant healthExcellent shatter resistance

30C8FeedGROUP

3.0

Cyst resistantGood end-season integrity and harvestabilityMoves south of zone well

32DC8FeedGROUP

3.2

Cyst resistantGreat early season growthExcellent overall plant health; additional stem canker resistanceGood end-season integrity and harvestability

34A7FeedGROUP

3.4

Blue River’s top selling variety for multiple yearsForms a good canopyExcellent heat and drought stress toleranceGood end-season integrity and harvestability

A field of 26F0 planted in 2018 in Marquette, Nebraska


FoodGROUP

3.7

Cyst resistantYellow hilum with high protein potentialGreat overall plant health with additional Frogeye Leafspot toleranceForms a good canopy

389F.Y

GROUP

3.8

Cyst resistantYellow hilum with high protein potentialMoves south of zone wellGood overall plant health with great Frogeye Leafspot tolerance

e3865sFood

FeedGROUP

3.9

Cyst resistantFeed grade with high protein potentialGreat early season growth; forms a good canopyGreat end-season integrity and harvestability

39C4

FeedGROUP

3.9

Cyst resistant

Great early season growth

Good end-season standability

39CK9

FeedGROUP

4.2

Cyst resistantExcellent early season growthGood overall plant healthGreat end-season integrity and harvestability

42CK7

FoodGROUP

4.7

Cyst resistantYellow hilum with high protein potentialMedium-tall, bushy plant with good standabilityMoves south of zone well

e4765

FeedGROUP

5.6

Medium tall plant heightWorks well on all soil typesStem Canker resistance and Frogeye Leafspot tolerance

56SK6

35DC2FeedGROUP

3.5

Cyst resistantGood overall plant health; additional stem canker resistanceGreat early season growth

e4993FeedGROUP

4.9

Cyst resistantMedium-tall, bushy plantGood Frogeye Leafspot toleranceForms a good canopy

FeedElev. Protein

GROUP

3.7

Cyst resistantHigh protein; 45.8% dry matter basisGood overall plant health with additional Frogeye Leafspot tolerance

e3776s


ORGANIC SOYBEAN DETAILSProduct Selection Plant & Seed Characteristics Disease & Pest Information Harvest Management

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07DC8 0.7 Feed 3,000 140,000 NA NA 4.9 Med.Bushy Medium Purple Lt. Tawny Tan Brown 3.0 4.1 3.5 NA 4.3 NA No 4.5 5.0 3.8 3 4

08F6 0.8 Food 2,400 110,000 44.0% 21.4% 3.0 Bushy Medium Purple Gray Tan Yellow 3.0 NA NA NA 2.0 NA No 4.0 NA 3.0 NA 3

12A2 1.2 Feed 3,200 140,000 40.2% 19.4% 4.0 Med.Bushy Medium White Tawny Brown Black 4.0 4.0 4.0 NA 4.0 NA No 3.0 3.0 5.0 NA 3

13P8 1.2 Feed 2,900 140,000 NA NA 5.0 Med.Bushy Medium Purple Lt. Tawny Brown Black 3.0 4.4 NA NA 4.1 NA No 3.7 5.0 4.2 NA 3

1F44 1.4 Food 2,200 110,000 45.1% 19.2% 4.0 Bushy Med.Tall Purple Gray Tan Yellow 3.0 3.0 NA NA 2.0 NA No 2.0 4.0 4.0 NA 3

15C6 1.5 Feed 3,200 140,000 41.3% 18.1% 4.9 Med.Bushy Medium Purple Lt. Tawny Brown Brown 3.0 4.1 4.5 3.9 4.3 NA No 4.1 5.0 4.6 NA 3

e17Y993 1.7 Food 2,500 140,000 42.3% NA NA Med. Bushy Medium Purple Gray Brown Yellow 3.0 NA NA NA 3.5 4.2 No 3.0 NA 4.5 NA 3

18C7 1.8 Feed 2,400 140,000 NA NA 5.0 Med.Bushy Medium Purple Lt. Tawny Brown Black 4.0 4.1 4.5 NA 3.8 NA No 4.5 5.0 4.2 NA 3

19AR1 1.9 Feed 2,600 140,000 40.1% 20.5% 4.0 Bushy Medium Purple Gray Tan Buff 5.0 3.0 NA NA 3.0 NA Yes 2.0 4.0 4.0 NA 3

20FC6 2.0 Food 2,700 140,000 42.6% 20.9% 3.0 Bushy Medium Purple Tawny Tan Yellow 4.0 4.0 NA NA 3.0 NA No 5.0 3.0 3.0 NA 3

e20Y993 2.0 Food 2,300 140,000 42.0% 21.0% NA Med. Bushy Medium Purple Gray Brown Yellow NA NA NA NA 3.0 NA NA 5.0 3.0 5.0 NA 3

2A12 2.1 Feed 2,900 140,000 39.8% 20.1% 4.0 Med.Bushy Medium White Tawny TanImperfect

Black 5.0 4.0 NA NA 2.0 NA No 2.0 4.0 5.0 NA 3

22DC6 2.2 Feed 2,800 140,000 40.1% 19.5% 5.0 Med.Bushy Medium Purple/White Lt. Tawny Tan Brown 4.0 4.2 4.5 NA 4.4 NA No 4.1 5.0 4.4 NA 3

24DC3 2.4 Feed 2,400 140,000 NA NA 4.9 Med.Bushy Medium Purple Lt. Tawny Brown Black 3.0 4.2 3.5 NA 4.3 NA No 4.3 NA 4.1 NA 3

26F0 2.6 Food 2,000 110,000 44.6% 19.1% 3.0 Bushy Med.Tall Purple Gray Brown Yellow 3.0 4.0 4.0 5.0 3.0 4.0 No 2.0 4.0 3.0 NA 3

27AC5 2.7 Feed 2,600 140,000 41.0% 21.5% 3.0 Bushy Medium White Gray Tan Yellow 4.0 3.0 NA NA 4.0 NA Yes 4.0 4.0 3.2 NA 3

29DC5 2.9 Feed 3,100 140,000 NA NA 5.0 Med.Bushy Medium Purple Lt. Tawny Tan Black 3.0 4.1 3.8 NA 4.3 4.2 No 4.5 5.0 3.8 NA 3

30C8 3.0 Feed 2,780 140,000 NA NA 4.0 Med.Bushy Med.Tall Purple Lt. Tawny Brown Brown 3.0 NA NA NA NA 4.2 No 4.0 3.0 4.8 NA 3

32DC8 3.2 Feed 2,500 140,000 NA NA 4.9 Med.Bushy Medium Purple Lt. Tawny BrownImperfect

Black NA 4.3 4.5 NA 4.4 4.3 No 4.5 5.0 4.3 NA 3

34A7 3.4 Feed 2,600 140,000 41.5% 19.3% 3.0 Med.Bushy Medium White Tawny Brown Black 5.0 4.0 4.0 3.0 3.0 4.0 No 2.0 4.0 4.0 NA 3

35DC2 3.5 Feed 2,900 140,000 NA NA 4.9 Med.Bushy Medium Purple Lt. Tawny Tan Black 3.0 4.1 3.5 NA 3.9 4.2 No 4.5 3.0 3.7 NA 3

e3776s 3.7 Feed & Elev. Protein 2,750 140,000 45.8% NA 4.0 Med.Bushy Medium Purple Lt. Tawny Brown Black 3.0 3.8 4.5 NA 3.5 3.4 No 3.0 3.0 3.9 NA 3

389F.Y 3.7 Food 2,800 140,000 42.0% NA 4.0 Med.Bushy Medium Purple Gray Brown Yellow 3.0 4.0 4.5 3.5 3.5 4.0 No 3.0 3.0 4.0 NA 3

e3865s 3.8 Food 2,650 140,000 42.5% 20.1% 4.0 Med.Bushy Medium Purple Gray Brown Yellow 4.0 3.8 4.5 NA 3.8 2.5 No 3.0 3.0 3.9 NA 3

39C4 3.9 Feed 2,900 140,000 40.6% 20.8% 4.8 Med.Bushy Med.Tall White Tawny Tan Black 3.0 4.0 3.7 3.9 2.9 4.1 No 5.0 4.4 4.5 NA 3

39CK9 3.9 Feed 2,700 140,000 NA NA 4.9 Med.Bushy Medium Purple Lt. Tawny Brown Brown NA 4.1 NA NA 3.7 3.9 No 4.5 NA 4.2 NA 3

42CK7 4.2 Feed 2,800 140,000 NA NA 5.0 Med.Bushy Medium White Lt. Tawny BrownImperfect

Black NA 4.3 3.5 NA NA 3.9 No 4.5 5.0 4.2 NA 3

e4765 4.7 Food 2,600 140,000 41.5% 21.0% 3.0 Bushy Med.Tall White Gray Brown Yellow 4.0 3.8 NA NA 2.8 4.2 No 3.0 3.0 4.0 NA 3

e4993 4.9 Feed 3,000 140,000 41.3% 21.5% 3.0 Bushy Med.Tall White Lt. Tawny Brown Black 4.0 3.7 3.0 NA 2.8 2.7 NA 3.0 3.0 3.2 NA 3

56SK6 5.6 Feed 2,950 140,000 NA NA NA Med.Bushy Med.Tall White Gray Tan Buff 4.0 NA NA NA NA 4.0 No 3.0 3.0 3.0 NA 3

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07DC8 4.1 3.5 NA 4.3 NA No 4.5 5.0 3.8

08F6 NA NA NA 2.0 NA No 4.0 NA 3.0

12A2 4.0 4.0 NA 4.0 NA No 3.0 3.0 5.0

13P8 4.4 NA NA 4.1 NA No 3.7 5.0 4.2

1F44 3.0 NA NA 2.0 NA No 2.0 4.0 4.0

15C6 4.1 4.5 3.9 4.3 NA No 4.1 5.0 4.6

e17Y993 NA NA NA 3.5 4.2 No 3.0 NA 4.5

18C7 4.1 4.5 NA 3.8 NA No 4.5 5.0 4.2

19AR1 3.0 NA NA 3.0 NA Yes 2.0 4.0 4.0

20FC6 4.0 NA NA 3.0 NA No 5.0 3.0 3.0

e20Y993 NA NA NA 3.0 NA NA 5.0 3.0 5.0

2A12 4.0 NA NA 2.0 NA No 2.0 4.0 5.0

22DC6 4.2 4.5 NA 4.4 NA No 4.1 5.0 4.4

24DC3 4.2 3.5 NA 4.3 NA No 4.3 NA 4.1

26F0 4.0 4.0 5.0 3.0 4.0 No 2.0 4.0 3.0

27AC5 3.0 NA NA 4.0 NA Yes 4.0 4.0 3.2

29DC5 4.1 3.8 NA 4.3 4.2 No 4.5 5.0 3.8

30C8 NA NA NA NA 4.2 No 4.0 3.0 4.8

32DC8 4.3 4.5 NA 4.4 4.3 No 4.5 5.0 4.3

34A7 4.0 4.0 3.0 3.0 4.0 No 2.0 4.0 4.0

35DC2 4.1 3.5 NA 3.9 4.2 No 4.5 3.0 3.7

e3776s 3.8 4.5 NA 3.5 3.4 No 3.0 3.0 3.9

389F.Y 4.0 4.5 3.5 3.5 4.0 No 3.0 3.0 4.0

e3865s 3.8 4.5 NA 3.8 2.5 No 3.0 3.0 3.9

39C4 4.0 3.7 3.9 2.9 4.1 No 5.0 4.4 4.5

39CK9 4.1 NA NA 3.7 3.9 No 4.5 NA 4.2

42CK7 4.3 3.5 NA NA 3.9 No 4.5 5.0 4.2

e4765 3.8 NA NA 2.8 4.2 No 3.0 3.0 4.0

e4993 3.7 3.0 NA 2.8 2.7 NA 3.0 3.0 3.2

56SK6 NA NA NA NA 4.0 No 3.0 3.0 3.0

Visit our website at blueriverorgseed.com to see our replicated yield trials and public university yield trial results!

*Values are estimates based on multiple trials. Results may vary due to growing conditions.

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MATURITY GROUP

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Soybean Planting Guide

Seeds/Acre: 150,000 175,000 200,000

Seeds/foot (15” row) 4.3 5 5.7

Seeds/foot (20” row) 5.7 6.6 7.7

Seeds/foot (30” row) 8.6 10 11.5

Seeds/foot (36” row) 10.3 12.1 13.8

Soybean Bag per Acre Conversion

Seeds/Acre: 150,000 175,000 200,000

Bags at 140,000 seeds 1.07 1.25 1.43

Bags at 110,000 seeds 1.36 1.59 1.82

Harvesting a field of 26F0 in 2017 in Jefferson, Iowa


ORGANIC FORAGES ALFALFA

BlueJayCNV

Excellent disease resistanceAdapted to 3 or 4 cut harvest systemsWorks well when combined with cool season grasses Fall

Dormancy 3.5

SkylarkRL CNV

Reduced lignin characteristics increases palatability and forage qualityGreat disease resistanceEarlier fall dormancy for increased persistance in northern locations

FallDormancy 3.9

• Conduct a soil test. Alfalfa is sensitive to low pH - ideal pH range for alfalfa establishment is 6.5 to 7.0.

• If liming is necessary, consider the length of time it will take for the lime to react in your soil. You may need to apply lime up to a year before you plan to seed.

• When establishing a stand, take advantage of your region’s “rainy” season.

• In northern states, spring seeding is preferred. If establishing in southern states, late summer or early fall seeding is better.

• In both cases, keep in mind that alfalfa is sensitive to a hard frost before it has developed a crown.

• Spring seeding should occur after the threat of a hard frost has passed and late-summer seeding should occur at least 6 weeks before the average killing frost date.

• Alfalfa grows best when treated with rhizobium inoculum, a bacterial inoculant that will help it establish and fix nitrogen in the soil.

• If soil crusting is expected shortly after seeding, utilize a rotary hoe or similar implement to break the crust on the soil so seedlings can break through.

TIPS FOR ESTABLISHING A GOOD ALFALFA STAND

DoveHigh-yielding, high quality, and very winter-hardyAdapted to 3 or 4 cut harvest systemsMaintains forage quality over longer period, resulting in longer harvest windowExcellent in northern locations

FallDormancy 4

RoadRunner

CNV

Blue River's best selling varietyExcellent combination of disease resistance and persistanceConsistent yields and quality over many locationsFiner stems for better forage quality and digestibility Fall

Dormancy 4


BluebirdCNV

Highly resistant to Potato LeafhopperHighly resistant to Aphanomyces race 1 & 2Suitable for poorly drained soilsAdapted to 3 or 4 cut harvest systems

FallDormancy 5

QuailSuperb regrowth maximizes total yield and qualityExcellent choice for frequent harvest schedulesFast canopy closure suppresses weeds, conserves soil moistureExcellent persistence, winterhardiness and disease resistance

FallDormancy 5

The “Fall Dormancy” and “Winter Survival” ratings are industry-wide, standardized ratings designed to help growers select an alfalfa variety that will yield well and survive the winter for their region.

Fall dormancy rating (FDR) is typically rated on a 1-11 scale, with the lowest number indicating the earliest onset of fall dormancy and the highest number indicating a complete lack of dormancy.

Winter survival rating (WSR) is typically rated on a 1-6 scale, with the lowest number indicating a very winter-hardy variety and the highest number indicating a variety that is not winter-hardy.

FDR has implications for fall production levels and spring green-up: the later a variety goes dormant (the higher the fall dormancy rating), the more biomass it will likely produce in the fall and the earlier it will green up in the spring.

Blue River alfalfa varieties are selected with cold winters in mind: all are rated at 1 or 2 on the WSR scale with a 4 or 5 on the FDR scale. This ensures the highest level of production for regions with cold winters while also ensuring overwintering capability.

UNDERSTANDING FALL DORMAN-CY AND WINTER SURVIVAL

Earlier Fall Dormancy

Fall Dormancy Rating

Winter Survival Rating

Increased Winter Survival

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

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FinchCNV

Excellent disease resistanceHighly resistant to Aphanomyces race 1 & 2Suitable for poorly drained soilsFall

Dormancy 4.7

Red Falcon BR CNV

Branch rooted trait makes this variety ideal for poorly drained soilsHighly resistant to Aphanomyces race 1 & 2Great recovery after harvestFall

Dormancy 4.1

Swift Excellent persistance and great recovery after harvestHigh resistance to stem nematodeAdapted to 4 or 5 cut harvest systemsFall

Dormancy 4


• Seed can be broadcast or drilled, but machinery calibration is paramount for seed placement and depth.

• Plant seed at 1/4 to 3/8-inch-deep in a smooth, firm seed bed.

• For pure stands, broadcast seeding rate is usually between 20 - 25 lbs per acre and drilled seeding rate is 15 to 20 lbs per acre.

ALFALFA SEEDING INFORMATION

ORGANIC ALFALFA DETAILSAgronomic Characteristics Adaptability Disease Information Pest Information

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BlueJay CNV 3.5 2 3 4 3 3 Medium No Tap 5 3 2 HR HR HR HR HR HR NA 30/30 MR R NA NA NA NA R

Bluebird CNV 5 2 4 4 4 4 Medium No Tap 5 5 5 HR HR HR HR HR HR HR 35/35 HR MR NA NA R R NA

Finch CNV 4.7 1.9 4 4 4 4 Fine Yes-60% Tap/Branch 5 4 4 HR HR HR HR HR HR HR 35/35 S R NA NA NA NA NA

Red Falcon BR CNV 4.1 1.8 4 5 4 4 Medium No Branch 5 5 5 HR HR HR HR HR HR HR 35/35 S HR NA NA NA NA NA

Skylark RL CNV 3.9 2 4 4 4 4 Medium Yes-25% Tap 5 3 3 HR HR HR HR HR HR MR 35/35 S NA NA NA NA NA S

Dove 4 2 4 4 4 4 Medium Yes-40% Tap 5 3 3 HR HR HR HR HR HR NA 30/30 S NA NA NA R NA NA

Quail 5 2 4 5 4 4 Fine Yes-42% Tap 5 3 3 HR HR HR HR HR HR NA 30/30 S HR HR NA R NA R

Road Runner CNV 4 2 3 4 4 3 Fine No Tap 5 3 3 HR HR R HR HR HR MR 32/35 S HR NA NA NA NA NA

Swift 4 2 4 5 4 4 Medium No Tap 5 3 3 HR HR HR R HR R NA 28/30 S HR HR NA HR NA NA

Suggested BMR Sorghum Harvest Management

Forage Type Harvest Height

Grazing 24” - 30”

Hay/Silage/Greenchop 30” - 36”

Haylage 30” - 40”

Sorghum Sudangrass and Sudangrass Planting Guide

Planting Method Row Width Planting Rate

Broadcast* -- 25 - 30 lbs/A**

Drill 6 - 8 inches 20 - 30 lbs/A**

Drill (Sorghum Sudangrass only) 20 - 30 inches 10 - 15 lbs/A

*Broadcast rates can be higher if moisture is not limited or if irrigating

**Use the higher seeding rate for hay production

• For mixed stands (combining with perennial grasses), lower the seeding rate to 12 - 15 lbs per acre, depending on desired density and number of grass species.

• Seed companion oats or barley at 1 to 1 1/2 bu/ac, depending on soil texture and moisture.

• It is critical that seeding depth, soil coverage, and firm seed-to-soil contact is maintained.

1 POOR • 2 FAIR • 3 GOOD • 4 VERY GOOD • 5 EXCELLENT HR - Highly ResistantR - Resistant

MR - Moderate Resistant

LR - Low ResistanceS - Susceptible

NA - Not Available

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ORGANIC FORAGES BMR SORGHUM SUDAN

Blackhawk12

BMR 12 gene; capable of high yields and good palatabilityPrimary uses are pasture and hay; secondary use is green-chop or silageMulti-cut hybrid with excellent regrowth capability Earlier maturing than Nighthawk with great standabilityResistant to downy mildew and anthracnose

BMR SorghumSudangrass hybrid

Nighthawk6

BMR 6 gene with higher sugar content and better palatabilityBrachytic dwarfing gene improves standability and tilleringMulti-cut hybrid with excellent regrowth capability Later maturing than Blackhawk 12 and makes for excellent haylage, balage, or silageResistant to downy mildew and anthracnose


BMR 6 gene and "dry stalk" trait with excellent palatability and rapid dry-downSudangrass has finer stems and dries down faster than sorghum x sudan-grass hybridsMulti-cut sudangrass hybrid with excellent early season vigor and regrowth capability Best for dry hay and rotational grazing; handles shade and wet conditions better than sorghum x sudangrass hybridsResistant to downy mildew and anthracnose

Pheasant 6

BMR Sudangrass hybrid

BMR Sorghum and Sundangrass hybrids contain a chemical called “dhurrin.” This naturally occurring chemical is meant to “discourage” herbivores and insects from eating the foliage out in the wild! When the forage material is chopped, trampled, chewed, frozen, wilted, or otherwise damaged, the dhurrin is converted to prussic acid (HCN). If the levels of HCN are high enough in the forage, it can be dangerous to livestock.

High nitrate concentrations in sorghum or sudangrass forage is usually related to high N fertilization combined with stressful growing conditions (like drought.) High nitrate concentration can be detrimental to animal development and is especially dangerous when fed to pregnant or lactating animals.

In either case, both scenarios are easily avoided through appropriate grazing, harvest, or fertilization management of your sorghum or sudangrass forage hybrids. See our suggested tips to avoid high levels of both prussic acid and nitrates and you will enjoy high-quality forage from your BMR sorghum and sudangrass hybrids all summer long!

SHOULD I BE CONCERNED ABOUT PRUSSIC ACID OR NITRATES IN MY BMR SORGHUM FORAGE?


Bobwhite6 CNV

Sterile forage sorghum with BMR 6 gene results in higher sugar contentEarly maturing, single cut forage sorghum with the "dry stalk" trait for faster dry-downExcellent for balage, hay, or silage and makes a good double-crop option in locations with longer growing seasonsThis hybrid is meant to be harvested only onceResistant to downy mildew and anthracnose

BMR Forage Sorghum Hybrid

Seahawk6 CNV

BMR 6 gene with good digestibility and palatabilityEarliest maturing hybrid combined with the "dry stalk" trait allows for earlier balingProduces a high-tillering, high quality forage with good early season vigorMulti-cut hybrid with great regrowth capabilityExcellent choice for grazing, silage, greenchop, haylage, or balage


• Younger tissues and leaves normally have higher concentrations of HCN than older tissues or stem materials.

• Feeding your BMR sorghum forage as green-chop is a great way to prevent selective foraging and to dilute the concentration of HCN throughout the feed.

• Do not cut or graze until forage reaches 18” to 24” (overall field height).

• Ideal harvest is approximately 45 to 55 days after planting.

• For best re-growth and to limit consumption of HCN compounds, leave 6” to 8” of stubble after cutting or grazing.

• Do not green-chop within 7 days of a killing frost.

• If harvesting for silage, wait one month before feeding and wait up to two months if the forage was harvested as immature material (shorter than 24 inches).

• Wait at least 4 days after a thorough rain to harvest drought-affected forage.

TIPS TO AVOID HIGH LEVELS OF PRUSSIC ACID AND NITRATES

Brown midrib forages have reduced lignin content throughout the plant. Lignin contributes to structural rigidity in the plant but is not digestible by livestock. This reduced lignin trait increases the digestibility and palatability of the forage leading to higher quality haylage, balage, and silage.

BMR Sorghums offer excellent forage during the heat of summer when other forage grasses are less productive. They handle heat and drought like champs!

While great standalone crops, they also serve as excellent late-plant options, emergency forage crops, or as smother/cover crops.

BROWN MIDRIB (BMR) SORGHUM FORAGES PROVIDE VALUE!



• Ideal BMR sorghum seeding depth is between 0.75 and 1.25 inches.

• Adjust or replace worn drill components to ensure good seed to soil contact.

• If your soil is prone to crusting and you have rain shortly after planting, utilize a rotary hoe or a similar implement to break the crust so that your seed can emerge properly.


TIPS TO ESTABLISH A GOOD BMR SORGHUM STAND


CLOVER

DixieReseeding annual cloverUsed in pasture, hay, silage mixes, or as a green manure/cover cropTolerant of soil acidity; best adapted to heavier, well-drained soilsProduces more forage at low temps than other clovers

Crimson RedClover

FreedomFiner stems and low pubescence (non-glandular hairs)Faster drying in field with reduced dust levels; ideal for hay Adapted to Northeast, Midwest, and Transition ZoneHas improved winter-hardiness and persistence

Medium RedClover

RedWingBlend

VNS blend of medium red clover for maximum adaptibility and persistanceCan be used as cover crop, or for hay or silage Great biennial workhorse with added nitrogen fixing and soil building benefits

Medium RedClover

• Crimson clover is frequently planted as a summer annual in the north and a winter annual in the south. It can also be used as a winter-kill ground clover in the north.

• Seed at 1/4 to 1/2-inch depth in a firm, smooth seedbed. Seed no more than 3/4-inch depth in sandy soils.

• For pure crimson clover stands, use a seeding rate of 15 to 18 lbs/acre (if drilled) and 22 - 30 lbs/acre (if broadcast).

• Red clover is frequently used as a spring-seeded biennial in the north and a (late-summer seeded) winter annual in the south.

• Medium red clover can be cut once late in the seeding year and twice in the second year.

• Seed at 1/4-inch depth in a firm, smooth seedbed and up to 1/2-inch-deep in sandier soils.

• For pure red clover stands, use a seeding rate of 15 to 20 lbs/acre (if drilled) and 25 to 30 lbs/acre (if broadcast).

CRIMSON CLOVER SEEDING AND GROWTH INFORMATION

MEDIUM RED CLOVER SEEDING AND GROWTH INFORMATION


SUNFLOWER

HornetCNV

Medium maturity hybrid with high oleic acid and consistent oil contentExcellent stalk and root strength resulting in great standabilityResistant to Downy MildewExcellent emergence and drought tolerancePrimarily marketed as high oleic oilseed but can also be sold as high quality bird foodRecommended planting rate is 18,000 to 23,000 per acre

MediumMaturity

• Seed at 1 to 1 1/2 inches deep in moist or heavier soils and up to 3 inches deep in sandier, dry soils.

• Plant when four-inch soil temperatures are 55 degrees Fahrenheit and rising.

• If soil crusting is expected shortly after seeding, utilize a rotary hoe or similar implement to break crust or utilize the shallower planting depth.

• Row spacing is typically the same used for corn planting, 30- or 36-inch rows. This allows for better weed control and harvest.

• Narrower row spacing can encourage disease formation, especially in humid environments or regions with reliable and adequate rainfall.

• Recommended planting rate is 18,000 to 23,000 plants per acre, depending on available moisture and regional climate.

• Sunflowers are not particularly sensitive to seeding rates because the head size and seed number will increase in a thinner stand. Therefore, we recommend planting at a rate that is appropriate to your weed management plan and moisture conditions.

• If seed and head size is important to you, consider using the lower planting rate.

HORNET SUNFLOWER SEEDING AND GROWTH INFORMATION

• Clovers grow best when treated with rhizobium inoculum, a bacterial inoculant that will help them establish and fix nitrogen in the soil.

• In general, clovers will germinate poorly in waterlogged or extremely acidic or alkaline soils. Once established, they handle moist, cool locations and moderate acidity very well.

• If utilizing red clovers for inter-seeding with corn in between the rows, seed when corn is near the V6 stage.

• If over-seeding or broadcasting, whenever possible, incorporate clover seed with a harrow or utilize a roller to establish firm seed-to-soil contact.

• In the north, most clovers can be frost seeded (broadcast) in late winter with the expectation that freeze thaw action and spring rainfall will move seed into the soil.

• Seed no later than the first week of June in the north because heat and drought can drastically limit germination.

• If seeding crimson or red clover as a winter annual in the south, seed 6 to 8 weeks before the average first frost date for your region.

• If seeding clovers with cereal grains, reduce clover seeding rates to approx. 10 – 12 lbs/acre and 1.5 to 2 bu/acre of the cereal crop.

• If seeding clovers with annual ryegrass, reduce clover seeding rates to approximately 10 - 12 lbs/acre and 18 - 25 lbs/acre for the annual ryegrass.

TIPS FOR ESTABLISHING A GOOD STAND OF RED CLOVER

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GRAIN SORGHUM76WT4CNV

Tan plant with white grainFood grade potentialGreat yield potential for its maturity groupGreat overall leaf disease resistance which is especially beneficial under irrigation

76 DAYS to 50% Bloom

52R7CNV

Very early grain sorghumExcellent standabilityExcellent drought toleranceCan be used for late planting or double-crop52 DAYS to

50% Bloom

63C5CNV

Sugarcane aphid toleranceExcellent pre- and post- flowering drought toleranceStrong general agronomic ratingsGreat yield potential for its maturity group63 DAYS to

50% Bloom

Tan plant with food grade white grainVery good yield potential under stressShort plant with excellent head exertionStrong seedling vigor


63WT6CNV

67B4CNV

Excellent early growth in cooler soilsGreat yield potential for its maturity groupAdapted across central United States, N to SHandles a wide range of growing conditions


• Grain sorghum seed size is important! Older planting rate recommendations used lbs/acre, but this can be misleading with small seed size.

• Smaller seeded grain sorghum will require fewer pounds per acre than larger seeded varieties.

• Soil fertility, soil texture, soil moisture, and seasonal rainfall will affect seeding rates.

• For poor to marginal soils or in areas where drought is a significant concern, use a lower final plant population (30,000 to 60,000)

• For fertile soils or in areas where moisture is not limiting, use a higher final plant population (70,000 to 100,000)

• For acreages under irrigation, use a higher final plant population (90,000 to 110,000)

TIPS FOR SELECTING A GRAIN SORGHUM PLANTING RATE


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52R7 CNV 52 4 5 5 5 30” - 36” 3 Semi-Open Red No 18,000 4 4 2 2 NA 1 5 2 2 2 2

63WT6 CNV 63 5 5 4 5 30” - 36” 5 Semi-Open White Yes 15,000 4 3 NA NA 4 NA 4 4 NA NA NA

63C5 CNV 63 5 5 5 5 40” - 46” 3 Semi-Compact Cream No 17,500 NA 2 NA NA 5 NA 4 4 NA NA 5

67B4 CNV 67 5 4 4 5 36” - 40” 3 Semi-Open Bronze No 12,000 4 4 2 2 NA 1 3 4 4 2 2

76WT4 CNV 76 5 4 4 4 50” - 56” 3 Semi-Compact White Yes 12,300 4 4 2 2 NA 3 5 4 2 2 2

Grain Sorghum Planting Guide

Row Seeds Per Acre

Width 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 90,000 100,000 110,000

(Inches) (seeds per feet)

40 2.3 3.1 3.8 4.6 5.4 6.1 6.9 7.7 8.4

38 2.2 2.9 3.6 4.4 5.1 5.8 6.5 7.3 8.0

30 1.7 2.3 2.9 3.4 4.0 4.6 5.2 5.7 6.3

20 1.2 1.5 1.9 2.3 2.7 3.1 3.4 3.8 4.2

15 0.9 1.2 1.4 1.7 2.0 2.3 2.6 2.9 3.2

7.5 0.4 0.6 0.7 0.8 1.0 1.2 1.3 1.5 1.6

Seeds/Lb Pounds of Seed per Acre

11,000 2.7 3.6 4.6 5.5 6.4 7.3 8.2 9.1 10.0

12,000 2.5 3.3 4.2 5.0 5.8 6.7 7.5 8.3 9.2

13,000 2.3 3.1 3.9 4.6 5.4 6.2 6.9 7.7 8.5

14,000 2.1 2.9 3.6 4.3 5.0 5.7 6.4 7.1 7.9

15,000 2.0 2.7 3.3 4.0 4.7 5.3 6.0 6.7 7.3

16,000 1.9 2.5 3.1 3.8 4.4 5.0 5.6 6.3 6.9

17,000 1.8 2.4 2.9 3.5 4.1 4.7 5.3 5.9 6.3

18,000 1.7 2.2 2.8 3.3 3.9 4.4 5.0 5.6 6.1



• Ideal grain sorghum planting depth is between 1 and 2 inches.

• In heavier soils, plant seed at 1 inch deep. In lighter, sandier soils, plant seed at a max of 2 inches deep.

• Seed to soil contact is very important! Monitor your soil conditions and planting equipment. Adjust or

TIPS FOR ESTABLISHING A GOOD GRAIN SORGHUM STANDreplace worn components to ensure good seed to soil contact.

• For no-till planting, adjust coulter down-pressure and depth for each field and residue situation. Make certain that coulters slice through the residue rather than pinning it in the furrow. Consider using attachments that sweep, brush, or move residue out of the furrow.


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