Alfalfa Khersonskaya 9

Field Performance and Yield Stability

When selecting alfalfa for long-term production, agronomists prioritize regrowth capacity and multi-cut resilience over first-year vigor. The 'Khersonska 9' variety, developed by the IZPR NAAS, is a reliable choice for intensive farming. It demonstrates excellent recovery after mowing, which is crucial for achieving 3–4 high-quality cuts per season.

Operational Efficiency

The plants grow to a height of 70–90 cm, which is an ideal range for standard harvesting machinery. The stand is dense and uniform, ensuring that headers operate cleanly with minimal green mass loss. High leafiness ensures that the harvested forage remains nutrient-dense and protein-balanced.

Disease Resistance and Economic Impact

Bacterial wilt and Fusarium wilt are major threats that can decimate an alfalfa stand within a few seasons. 'Khersonska 9' features inherent genetic resistance to these pathogens. Practically, this reduces the need for expensive chemical fungicide applications, lowering the overall cost per ton of hay or haylage produced.

• Type: Alfalfa variety, originated by IZPR NAAS.
• Resistance: High resistance to bacterial and Fusarium wilt.
• Agronomic Data: Plant height 70–90 cm.
• Application: Designed for intensive use in high-load crop rotations.