Start

An effective tool for soil fertility restoration

The «Start» lupine variety from the breeders at the Timiryazev Russian State Agrarian University (RSAU-MSHA) is a specialized choice for farmers focused on organic farming and intensive soil resource recovery. Unlike many fodder hybrids, this variety was developed with a specific emphasis on vegetative mass, making it a benchmark green manure crop.

Why professionals choose «Start»

• High Biomass: With a stem height ranging from 80 to 150 cm, the plant forms dense foliage that, when incorporated into the soil, provides readily available nitrogen and organic matter.
• Nitrogen Fixation: As a legume, «Start» actively enriches the soil with atmospheric nitrogen, outperforming many slow-release mineral fertilizers in terms of biological efficiency.
• Soil Structuring: A robust root system penetrates to a significant depth, loosening even dense soil horizons, which is critical for improving aeration and moisture permeability in heavy loams.

The true value of this variety lies in its biological vigor. Compared to other green manure crops, «Start» lupine stands out for its rapid growth rate during early development stages. This allows the plant to outcompete weeds, effectively reducing herbicide application costs before the main crop is sown.

Practical application

«Start» is optimal for farms practicing crop rotation with nitrogen-demanding crops such as cereals and vegetables. However, it is essential to remember: to achieve maximum results, the green manure should be tilled into the soil before the stems become woody—the peak concentration of nutrients is reached during the budding phase. Utilizing this variety as green manure not only helps save on expensive chemical fertilizers but also improves the field's microflora by suppressing soil-borne pathogens.