Lucerne

Lucerne n - A high quality, deep tap rooting perennial legume

Lucerne is an erect growing, drought-tolerant, perennial legume commonly used in dryland pasture systems. Grown in pure stands, lucerne requires high fertiliser and often high pesticide rates to perform well. The species does not reseed itself easily and may persist from 4–8 years or more depending on the conditions. Lucerne is commonly used in dry regions to provide high quality pasture and hay during summer. It is dormant in winter and farmers usually spray stands at this time to control weeds. Resistance to bacterial wilt, stem nematode and aphids is commonly required in New Zealand cultivars.

Recent cultivars have resistance and tolerance to a wider range of pests and diseases, helping overcome on-farm problems. Lucerne is sown at 10 kg/ha and establishment can be a problem in some regions. Inoculate seed before sowing.

54V09 Lucerne	High disease resistance Best suited to cut harvest High yielding High persistence Low winter activity
Force 4 Lucerne	Robust under cutting and grazing High yielding High persistence Low winter activity
Kaituna Lucerne	High disease resistance Robust under cutting and grazing High yielding High persistence Low winter activity
Stamina 5 Lucerne	High disease resistance Suited to grazing and can be cut High persistence Low winter activity
Torlesse Lucerne	New Zealand bred Excellent disease and insect resistance Suited to grazing and cutting Low winter activity

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Lucerne

54V09 Lucerne

Force 4 Lucerne

Kaituna Lucerne

Stamina 5 Lucerne

Torlesse Lucerne