Federal Agrarian Scientific Center of the South-East
DescriptionKRASNOKUTSKAYA 4009
KRASNOKUTSKAYA 4009 is a variety of yellow alfalfa (Medicago sativa L. subsp. falcata) belonging to the group of leguminous forage grasses. This perennial forage species is widely used in agriculture due to its high yield and adaptability to various climatic conditions. The variety is characterized by good winter hardiness and drought resistance, which allows successful cultivation in various regions of Russia, including Volgograd, Saratov, and Orenburg regions, as well as the Kalmykia and Bashkortostan Republics and the Chelyabinsk region. The variety's originator is the Federal Agro-Scientific Center of the South-East.
KRASNOKUTSKAYA 4009 is valued for its high protein content, reaching an average of 20% in dry matter, as well as for its rich vitamin-mineral complex, including calcium. Thanks to these qualities, alfalfa is a valuable source of nutrients for animals, making it indispensable in the production of green forage, hay, hay meal, silage, and haylage. The plant's powerful root system contributes to the accumulation of nutrients and improvement of soil structure, which has a positive effect on subsequent crops in crop rotation.
The application of the KRASNOKUTSKAYA 4009 variety is aimed at forage purposes in animal husbandry, where it ensures balanced nutrition and contributes to increased animal productivity. Thanks to its resistance to adverse weather conditions and versatility of use, this alfalfa variety is widely recommended for cultivation in areas with a moderate climate and is one of the popular choices among agricultural producers.
SpecificationsKRASNOKUTSKAYA 4009
Country
Russia
Registration Year
1939
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Manufacturer
Federal Agrarian Scientific Center of the South-East