ValueMix GoFast® is a cost-efficient cover crop mix, co mbining ease of implementation and a high biomass production.
| Species | Variety | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
|
White Mostard |
Abraham |
60% |
|
Phacelia |
Stala & Julia |
22% |
|
Egyptian Clover |
Tabor |
18% |
Suitable for feed: No
Number of Seeds / m²: 177
Plant before: Wheat, corn, and sunflower
Benefits
Low
High
Nitrogen fixation
Boost phosphorus
Boost potassium
Soil erosion control
Soil compaction relief
Water retention
Weed suppression
Pest/Disease management
Additional nitrogen available to next crop: ~7 kg/ha (estimation only, as depending on numerous production factors and thus cannot be guaranteed)
Estimated speed of nitrogen release: fast
Recommended application:
Sowing:
Summer or fall | Drilling is recommended
Sowing rate:
5 kg/ha
Destruction:
Sensitive to frost. Likely no termination required (in a case of no full natural destruction, terminate no later than 40 days before sowing subsequent crops).
Field management:
Limited or No-till recommended. No changes to normal practices required. Irrigation not required.
Benefits:
Fast growth and high biomass production. The Egyptian clover is a single cut variety and does not grow back after winter. Moreover, the phacelia and the Abraham white mustard are also easily destroyed.