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Sweet Clover 'Iney': A Strategy for Efficient Forage Production

For farmers focused on high-quality roughage production and soil structure improvement, the white sweet clover variety 'Iney' from FANSA serves as a proven tool. Unlike many annual grasses, this variety demonstrates high potential in forming quality green mass, making it indispensable in crop rotations with nitrogen deficits.

Key Advantages

• High Nutritional Value: Used for hay and green mass, it produces nutrient-dense, protein-rich feed that is easily digestible for ruminants.
• Agrotechnical Role: With a robust root system, this variety actively breaks up the soil and enriches it with nitrogen, acting as an excellent green manure crop.
• Consistent Performance: The originator, Av Du Capitaine N Tchorere 80270 Airaines (France), embedded high adaptability into the variety’s genetics, ensuring a predictable yield even under moderate rainfall conditions.

'Iney' is the choice for those seeking a balance between reducing mineral fertilizer costs and maximizing biomass production. Compared to wild analogues, this breeding material features uniform regrowth and increased leafiness, which directly influences the final energy content of the harvested hay.

It is important to note that sweet clover requires strict adherence to mowing schedules: if left to overgrow, the stems quickly become coarse, reducing palatability. Therefore, 'Iney' is most effective in operations with streamlined forage logistics. It is a reliable solution for improving field fertility and providing livestock with affordable, high-quality plant-based protein.