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Martin Marquis, Agronomist Seeds Director martin.marquis@synagri.ca PREFACE We are very pleased to bring you the 4th edition of Synagri’s Seed Guide. Our portfolio has evolved a great deal over the years, integrating a number of new varieties into our SEMICO and SOYHINOVA range of products. A new feature has been added this year. While genetics may remain a key factor in the selection of new varieties, all of these are subjected to a number of tests. Our intention is to share the results of these tests with our clients, and to provide them with the tools they need to achieve the full genetic potential of these new varieties. Of course, our priorities remain the training for our staff and our quality assurance programs, and we are keeping these up rigorously. I invite you to contact our representatives and agents, who will be able to give you details about which seeds would be most suitable for your business. 3 I hope you enjoy this guide! Martin Marquis, Agr. Seeds Manager GROW CROPS DIFFERENTLY Our seeds team Table OF CONTENTS Christian Duchesneau, Agronomist Forage and Turf Expert FORAGE christian.duchesneau@synagri.ca Semico Forage introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Description of cultivars. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9 Forage mixtures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-12 Intercrops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Preservatives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Optimal seeding rates for Semico mixtures and Forage species . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 semico forage CEREALS Semico Cereals introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Oats varieties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-17 Wheat varieties. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-18 Barley varieties. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-20 Winter Cereals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Cereal Mixtures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Forage Mixtures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 SEMICO forage seeds have been synonymous with success and confidence for more than 32 years. They are exclusive innovative and quality high end products. Our cultivars are selected based on the specific needs of today’s local producers in terms of forage quality, digestibility, yield, resistance to disease, regrowth and persistence. All of these features have helped made SEMICO forage seeds a product that is recognized and sought-after by producers who are interested in increasing their productivity and profitability while at the same time reducing their production costs. All of our mixes are prepared in our authorized seed establishment in Saint-Hyacinthe. Seeding rate chart - Thousand Kernel Weight (TKW). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-23 CANOLAS Synagri Canola Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 4 5 Winter Canola . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 SOYBEANS SOYHINOVA IP Soybean introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 ASUKA variety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 FURIO variety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 KYOTO variety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 1406234 variety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 SEMEZ DIFFÉREMMENT SEED GUIDE Spring Canola. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Description of cultivars LELIA Alfalfa... A little lys flower with a great yield Outstanding Features: • With his superior regrowth it does well for an intensive management • With its higher performance, it could also be suitable for conventional management • A perfect disease resistance index: 35/35 • Superior performance in many regions and in different soil types • For growers who want volume and forage quality 4.5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Fall Dormancy index (scale of 1 to 9 with 1 being the most dormant with less yield) 9 Winter Survival 1 2.00 2 3 4 Winter Survival Index (scale of 1 to 6, with 1 the hardiest) Anthracnose Bacterial Wilt Spring Black Stem Disease Resistance 5 6 Phytophthora Root Rot Verticillium Wilt Disease Resistance Index Sensitive Resistant Highly Resistant Fall Dormancy 3,60 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Fall Dormancy index (scale of 1 to 9 with 1 being the most dormant with less yield) 9 Winter Survival 1 Outstanding Features: • Its root system develops above the water table • Its root system braces the plant during periods of frost and thawing, making it the best alfalfa to survive the winter • Ideal for marginal land not well suited to alfalfa Outstanding Features: • A very high yield with a multi-slice management • A perfect index for disease resistance: 35/35 • Produces a high yield in different soil types • Exceptional productivity and persistence in less productive soils 1.60 2 3 4 Winter Survival Index (scale of 1 to 6, with 1 the hardiest) Anthracnose Bacterial Wilt Spring Black Stem Disease Resistance 5 6 Phytophthora Root Rot Verticillium Wilt Disease Resistance Index • Excellent performance 103% rating iin the 2014-2015* CRAAQ trials • Mulitfoliate (78%) • Does well in heavy soils • Relatively early maturing • Fine stemmed • Very leafy plant Outstanding Features: • Selected for it superior yield, its persistence and the quality of its forage • Does very well in zones with level 3, 4 and 5 fall dormancy • The relatively early maturity works very well with grass seeds • Very persistant so it is ideal for a long lasting rotation * Centre de référence en agriculture et agroalimentaire du Québec (CRAAQ) Sensitive Resistant STELLAR FG Alfalfa... Even more volume SEED GUIDE 6 • A new generation of rapid regrowth alfalfa • Multifoliate (50%) • Early maturing • High quality forage • Fine stemmed Outstanding Features: • Ideal for intensive crop management • The best regrowth in order to obtain the maximum quality during the growing season • A rapid harvest with impressive volume • The highest increase in milk and meat gain per acre Fall Dormancy 90 3, 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Fall Dormancy index (scale of 1 to 9 with 1 being the most dormant with less yield) 9 Winter Survival 1.40 1 2 3 4 Winter Survival Index (scale of 1 to 6, with 1 the hardiest) Anthracnose Bacterial Wilt Spring Black Stem Disease Resistance 5 6 Phytophthora Root Rot Verticillium Wilt Disease Resistance Index Sensitive Resistant MEGAN Alfalfa... Long lasting quality forage 4010BR Alfalfa... Likes it damp • Trifoliate type • Branch root system adapted to wet soils • Highly resistant to disease • Mid to early maturity • Long lasting and very productive • Excellent standability • Excellent performance 103% rating in the 2014-2015* CRAAQ trials • Trifoliate type • Early maturity • Highly digestive and excellent feed value • Superior stability • Superior winter survival • Dark green plant, fine stem, very edible * Centre de référence en agriculture et agroalimentaire du Québec (CRAAQ) * Centre de référence en agriculture et agroalimentaire du Québec (CRAAQ) Highly Resistant Fall Dormancy 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Fall Dormancy index (scale of 1 to 9 with 1 being the most dormant with less yield) 9 Winter Survival 1 2.00 2 3 4 Winter Survival Index (scale of 1 to 6, with 1 the hardiest) Anthracnose Bacterial Wilt Spring Black Stem Disease Resistance 5 6 Phytophthora Root Rot Verticillium Wilt Disease Resistance Index Sensitive Resistant Highly Resistant Highly Resistant 7 Fall Dormancy 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Fall Dormancy index (scale of 1 to 9 with 1 being the most dormant with less yield) 9 Winter Survival 1 2.10 2 3 4 Winter Survival Index (scale of 1 to 6, with 1 the hardiest) Anthracnose Bacterial Wilt Spring Black Stem Disease Resistance 5 Phytophthora Root Rot Verticillium Wilt Disease Resistance Index Sensitive Resistant 6 Highly Resistant GROW CROPS DIFFERENTLY • The best performance rating of 108% of its category in the 2014-2015* CRAAQ trials • Moderately early maturing • 66% multifoliate • Superior digestibility • Exceptional forage yield • Very good winter resistance • Rapid regrowth after cutting • Dark green plant, thin stem WL 354HQ Alfalfa... Even more for your money Fall Dormancy Lestris 2 cut red clover... Unbeatable TIFFANY Timothy... A real little jewel FOX Annual ryegrass... The smart one ELUNARIA Annual ryegrass… try it and you will love it • The best performance rating of 114% of its category in the 2014-2015* CRAAQ trials • Selected for its excellent winter resistance and forage yield • Quick to establish • High ratio leaf/stem • Mid to early maturity • Yield index of 104% and remarkable regrowth of 112% in the 2014-2015* CRAAQ trials • A timothy with superior yield • Rapid and easy establishment in all types of soils • Semi-late maturity with exceptional recovery • A tetraploid annual ryegrass of the westerwold type, does not mature the year it is seeded • A green tall stature plant • Very good spring vigor • Mid-late maturity Outstanding Features: • It has a high leaf/stem ratio • It makes very appetizing and succulent forage due to its large leaves • It has a long harvest period due to its maturity • The best performance rating of 111% of its category in the 2014-2015* CRAAQ trials • Diploid Italian type non-alternative, a biannual heading the second year • Very high stand • Excellent spring vigor • High dry matter yield • A multi-cut (up to 3 cuts a year) • Exceptional longevity (up to 3-4 years) due to its disease resistance • Demonstrates a better stability compared to other traditional varieties • Tall erect stand with large leaves • Very vigorous in the spring Outstanding Features: * Centre de référence en agriculture et agroalimentaire du Québec (CRAAQ) MONTANA Bromegrass... Outstanding potential PEAK Smooth Bromegrass... Better than candy • Good performance rating of 101% in the 2014-2015* CRAAQ trials • Developed by the University of Montana • Selected for - its fast germination - its spring vigor - its fast recovery - its high yield potential • Has improved forage production capacity which means better profitability for growers and a superior yield • The best performance rating of 102% of its category in the 2014-2015* CRAAQ trials • Highest performing in our climatic zones • Higher yield in hay • Superior regrowth • Longevity can be more than 5 years • Superior winter survival • Good match in alfalfa or in clover mixtures • Exceptional versatility, therefore ideal for pasture and forage production • Excellent choice for inter-row cropping, frost seeding or reseeding in the spring • Fast and easy to implant • Steady yield throughout the season • This annual ryegrass is best in heavy soils and black soils where there is sufficient moisture content • Excellent choice if you want to do some frost seeding or spring reseeding • Offer high response to fertilizer • Provide full-season production and a good regrowth capacity • Well suited to the heavy and black soil zones, where sufficient moisture is available * Centre de référence en agriculture et agroalimentaire du Québec (CRAAQ) * Centre de référence en agriculture et agroalimentaire du Québec (CRAAQ) Outstanding Features: Outstanding Features: Outstanding Features: Outstanding Features: • It is superior in establishment, uniformity and especially height • Its abundant leafiness produces quality hay with high nutritional value, highly palatable and better digestibility • It can easily tolerate 3 cuts and a cut of 10 cm in height improves its persistence • Heads 3-5 days before the earliest timothy MARATHON Reed Canary grass... Somewhat forgotten but really useful LOFA Festulolium... one species to discover • A cross between Italian ryegrass and tall fescue • A persistent, perennial species • Used for silage or grazing • For all types of pH (5-8) Outstanding Features: • Better yield than perennial ryegrass • Better palatability than tall fescue • More aggressive than perennial ryegrass but less aggressive than annual ryegrass • Requires well-drained, fertile soil • Very good regrowth for the 2nd and 3rd cut • Early maturing like smooth bromegrass • Used for hay, silage and pasture, ideally cut at the pre-heading stage • Excellent choice for wet soil, will tolerate short periods of flooding and for well-drained soil • Tolerates a pH of 5.5 or higher • It is slow to establish but becomes invasive in the following years Outstanding Features: • Like switchgrass, it can be used to make the pallets for heating stoves as well as for cellulosic ethanol • It can be seeded using small grain seeders • Excellent yield in the spring and at the beginning of summer • Performs wells in all types of soil • Has a very low level of alkaloids * Centre de référence en agriculture et agroalimentaire du Québec (CRAAQ) * Centre de référence en agriculture et agroalimentaire du Québec (CRAAQ) SEED GUIDE 8 • The latest maturing orchardgrass on the market • This later maturing makes it easier to synchronize with the harvesting of other species • Good potential yield in combination with alfalfa INNOVATION Tall Fescue… Exceptionally palatable Outstanding Features: • A non-endophyte variety that was developed for its superior yield and disease resistance • Excellent choice for dry hay, round or square bales and silage • Does well in different types of soil • Tolerates both heat and dryness • The first signs of maturity show up only in the second week of June • Improves the palatability of forage • Its maturity is a great advantage over all other orchardgrasses • Very slow progression and maturity which lengthens the harvesting period • Maintains a high quality due to its slow maturity • Exceptionally palatable • Average late maturity • Produces a very tall plant • This variety makes for quality hay, particularly when it is cut at the right stage of maturity (early heading) • Adapted to different types of soil and pH (from 4.7 to 9.5) Outstanding Features: PRO-ENERGY Mixture PERFO-GAIN Mixture Recommended seeding rate: 21 kg/ha Recommended seeding rate: 21 kg/ha Alfalfa Timothy WL 354HQ 80% TIFFANY20% • The predominance of the highly nutritional alfalfa improves the quantity of protein and energy per hectare • Requires deep, well-drained soil • Can be combined with a mixture of EXTRAGRASS +, TWO-BROMEGRASS + or ME 903 or ME 904 Alfalfa Timothy Orchardgrass STELLAR FG 80% RICHMOND17% DIVIDEND VL 3% • Mixed on an alfalfa base containing orchardgrass to increase the regrowth of your grasses and the palatability of hay or silage. The orchardgrass is coated so that it can be seeded using a small seed box • Can be combined with a mixture of EXTRAGRASS +, TWO-BROMEGRASS + or ME 903 or ME 904 9 GROW CROPS DIFFERENTLY DIVIDEND VL Orchardgrass... Unequalled maturity Simple alfalfa mixtures NEW LACTO-PLUS Mixture Recommended seeding rate: 21 kg/ha Recommended seeding rate: 21 kg/ha Alfalfa Timothy STELLAR FG 70% RICHMOND30% • For dairy producers who follow an intensive management program • His faster recovery will allow an additionnal cut • For heavy or moderately well-drained soil • Can be combined with a mixture of EXTRAGRASS +, TWO-BROMEGRASS + or ME 903 or ME 904 Alfalfa Timothy Recommended seeding rate: 21 kg/ha Recommended seeding rate: 21 kg/ha WL 354HQ 60% TIFFANY40% • The predominance of the highly nutritional alfalfa improves the quantity of protein and energy per hectare • Requires deep well-drained soil • Can be combined with a mixture of EXTRAGRASS +, TWO-BROMEGRASS + or ME 903 or ME 904 Alfalfa Timothy LELIA60% RICHMOND40% • The predominance of the winter hardy alfalfa brings superior longevity to this mixture • For heavy or moderately well-drained soil • Can be combined with a mixture of EXTRAGRASS +, TWO-BROMEGRASS + or ME 903 or ME 904 VARI-SOIL Mixture DUALFALFA Mixture Recommended seeding rate: 21 kg/ha Recommended seeding rate: 21 kg/ha Alfalfa Alfalfa Timothy LELIA40% 4010BR 20% (branching root) TIFFANY40% Alfalfa Alfalfa Timothy • Does well in various, sloping or rocky lands • Can be combined with a mixture of EXTRAGRASS +, TWO-BROMEGRASS + or ME 903 or ME 904 GRASSPRO Mixture Recommended seeding rate: 21 kg/ha Alfalfa MEGAN40% Timothy TIFFANY60% • Make an excellent hay for horses • Requires an early spring nitrogen application HQ FORCE Mixture PERFO-2000 Mixture Recommended seeding rate: 26 kg/ha Recommended seeding rate: 28 kg/ha Alfalfa and Timothy: 17 kg/ha bromegrass and fescue (separately): 9 kg/ha Alfalfa, Clovers and Timothy: 19.5 kg/ha Bromegrass and ryegrass (separately): 8.5 kg/ha Alfalfa Timothy Meadow bromegrass Tall Fescue WL 354HQ 50% TIFFANY18% MONTANA20% INNOVATION 12% • The predominance of the highly nutritional alfalfa improves the quantity of protein and energy per hectare • Combines the grass seeds for ease of management and for palatability RUSTIK Mixture SEED GUIDE • For superior yields and exceptional persistence • For heavy or moderately well-drained soil • Can be combined with a mixture of EXTRAGRASS +, TWO-BROMEGRASS + or ME 903 or ME 904 DAIRY Mixture Alfalfa Timothy 10 MEGAN70% TIFFANY30% complex alfalfa mixtures LELIA25% WL 354HQ 25% TIFFANY50% • The addition of two alfalfa cultivars combines quality, longevity and yield • Can be combined with a mixture of EXTRAGRASS +, TWO-BROMEGRASS + or ME 903 or ME 904 BIO-SEM Mixture Alfalfa Red Clover White Clover Timothy Smooth Brome Perennial Ryegrass MEGAN35% LESTRIS10% California LADINO 5% RICHMOND20% PEAK20% AUBISQUE10% • A perfect balance of legumes and grasses for the first year of seeding • Good for fields where the soil type varies but is well-drained Recommended seeding rate: 21 kg/ha LELIA40% LESTRIS15% TIFFANY45% Alfalfa Red Clover Timothy • The contribution of red clover ensures better establishment of alfalfa in difficult soil conditions • Can be combined with a mixture of EXTRAGRASS +, TWO-BROMEGRASS + or ME 903 or ME 904 SIMPLE MIXTURES OF BIRDSFOOT TREFOIL AND CLOVERS BIO-MAX Mixture SOLO Mixture Recommended seeding rate: 21 kg/ha Recommended seeding rate: 18 kg/ha Red Clover Timothy LESTRIS40% TIFFANY60% Birdsfoot Trefoil Timothy LEO60% TIFFANY40% • The timothy performs better the second year where it accelerates fast drying in the field • Adapts to all types of soil • A mixture that will tolerate average drainage and pH • Does not provoke bloating in pasture • Attention must be paid to the low aggressiveness of the birdsfoot trefoil TANDEM Mixture PRAIRIAL Mixture Recommended seeding rate: 21 kg/ha Recommended seeding rate: 21 kg/ha Red Clover Timothy LESTRIS50% TIFFANY50% • Highly productive and easy to establish • Can be combined with a mixture of EXTRAGRASS +, TWO-BROMEGRASS + or ME 903 or ME 904 VARYLAND Mixture Recommended seeding rate: 21 kg/ha Alfalfa Birdsfoot Trefoil Timothy LELIA40% LEO25% TIFFANY35% • Recommended for rolling landscape with variable drainage • Combination of alfalfa and birdsfoot trefoil results in longer productivity Red Clover White Clover Timothy 11 LESTRIS40% California LADINO 5% TIFFANY55% • An ideal combination for hay or pasture • Easy to seed and adaptable to many types of soil GROW CROPS DIFFERENTLY MAXI-MILK Mixture NEW Complex Mixtures of Clovers and Grasses PERFO-CLOVER Mixture TWO-BROMEGRASS + Mixture Intercrop mix no. 1 Intercrop mix no. 2 Recommended seeding rate: 26 kg/ha Recommended seeding rate with a cover crop: 10 kg/ha Seeding rate 18 kg/ha Seeding rate 17 kg/ha Clover and Timothy: 15 kg/ha Bromegrass, fescue and ryegrass (separately): 11 kg/ha Smooth Bromegrass PEAK40% Meadow Bromegrass MONTANA 60% Annual Ryegrass Vetch • A mixture of a two brome variety combining yield, quality and palatability • Smooth bromegrass is erect and meadow bromegrass is leafy with abundant growth • Reduces the rate of seeding of alfalfa or clover by 30% with the TWO-BROMEGRASS + mixture • FOX ryegrass does not mature the year it is seeded (biannual, hence will not become a weed). It improves the soil surface. It is good to • FOX ryegrass does not mature the year it is seeded. It improves support the bearing capacity of the soil.. It tolerates flooding. the soil structure. It is good to support the bearing capacity of the soil. It tolerates flooding. • Vetch is a source of nitrogen for the next crop. It tolerates dryness. It improves the structure of the soil. It helps keep weeds under control. • Radish promotes water filtration (aerates the soil). It stores It promotes soil biodiversity. The common vetch will not survive the nutrients. It helps control weeds. winter, unlike the hairy vetch, which can become a weed in the spring. • Crimson clover is an annual. It is a source of nitrogen for the next crop. It improves the structure of the soil. It is also good to support the bearing capacity of the soil. LESTRIS35% RICHMOND22% MONTANA25% INNOVATION 10% AUBISQUE8% • The diversity of grasses makes it a very high performing mixture • A combination of grasses for adaptability and for palatability Recommended seeding rate: 18 kg/ha EXTRAGRASS + Mixture Timothy White Clover Recommended seeding rate with a cover crop: 10 kg/ha Smooth Bromegrass Meadow Bromegrass Tall Fescue Perennial Ryegrass PEAK15% MONTANA35% INNOVATION 35% AUBISQUE15% PASTUR-2000 Mixture Recommended seeding rate: 26 kg/ha Clovers and Timothy: 13 kg/ha Bromegrass and ryegrass (separately): 13 kg/ha LESTRIS10% California LADINO 20% RICHMOND20% MONTANA35% ELUNARIA15% ME 903 Mixture Recommended seeding rate with a cover crop: 10 kg/ha Smooth Bromegrass PEAK35% Meadow Bromegrass MONTANA35% Tall Fescue INNOVATION 30% • A mid-season grass mixture which can be grown with a mixture of alfalfa or red clover • Reduces the rate of seeding of alfalfa and clover by 30% when combined with ME 903 ME 904 Mixture Recommended seeding rate with a cover crop: 10 kg/ha Smooth Bromegrass PEAK35% Meadow Bromegrass MONTANA35% Festulolium LOFA30% • The presence of festulolium enhances the palatability of the mixture • A mid-season grass mixture which can be grown with a mixture of alfalfa or red clover • Reduces the rate of seeding of alfalfa and clover by 30% when combined with ME 904 specialty mixtures ECONOMIX Mixture DEER Mixture For the producer who wants superior quality of common mixtures (A, B, Quebec 23, etc.). Ideal for attracting deer during hunting season Mixture of Brassica sp. JOCKEY Mixture A pasture mixture for horses. FOX (italian) 24% DIAKON18% CRIMSON58% Single crop seeds Seeding rate 15 kg/ha Annual Ryegrass Annual Ryegrass FOX (italian, biennial) ORDINARY no. 1 (source DYNA-GAIN) NEW preservatives PROTECT-FOIN PLUS... for dry hay or silage BIO-PLUS... for silage Protect-Foin Plus is a 70% buffered organic acid (56% propionic and 16% acetic). The combination of these two organic acids (in a ratio of 4:1) yields a broad spectrum of aerobic micro-organisms. It is a liquid mould inhibitor for legume and grass hay with high moisture content. It is non-corrosive. Protect-Foin Plus helps reduce heat buildup and mold in pressed hay between 20 and 35% humidity when used as directed. 200 g water soluble or 20 kg granular product (treats 40 MT of corn silage or 20 MT of grass silage) Bio-Plus is a unique and natural non-corrosive product that combines 3 lactic bacteria and 3 enzymes. The purpose of using an inoculant such as Bio-Plus is to supply homolactic bacteria that are more effective than natural bacteria for converting soluble sugars into lactic acid, and thereby lower pH as quickly as possible. NEW • A very productive and general-purpose pasture mixture for intensive management • Very palatable for all types of livestock SEED GUIDE TIFFANY77% California LADINO 23% • An ideal combination for horses and dry hay • Mixture of two species that can be seeded using a small seed dispenser • A mid-season grass mixture which can be grown with a mixture of alfalfa or red clover • Reduces the rate of seeding of alfalfa and clover by 30% when combined with EXTRAGRASS + Red Clover White Clover Timothy Meadow Bromegrass Annual Ryegrass ME 182 Mixture Annual Ryegrass Forage Radish Clover FOX (italian) 44% COMMON56% Recommendations % humidity Small Bales % humidity 16 - 19 20 – 24 25 – 29 3 liters/MT 5 liters/MT 10 liters/MT 15 – 18 19 – 22 Large Square or Round Bales 3 liters/MT 6 liters/MT The density is 1.065 kg per liter Seal the silage silo (last 15-20 MT) by adding PROTECT-FOIN PLUS (5 L/ton) on the top of the silo. Apply using a gravity blower with a tap or applicator installed next to the blower. This reduces heat buildup and mold when the silage is fed immediately after being placed in the silo. Silage treated with Protect-Foin Plus can be served the same day. No waiting period is required. If the silage is not used immediately, it should be covered with a tarp. Protect-Foin Plus is available in 20, 200 and 1000 kg formats. A HOMOFERMENTATIVE inoculant • Produces only lactic acid • Lowers pH very quickly by preserving all sugars and producing very little heat • Minimizes the loss of dry materials. • Improves the digestion of forage MOLD-ZAP... for total mixed rations (TMRs) and silage This is a unique mix of propionic and other buffered organic acids that blend to form a powerful mould inhibitor in TMRs and preserved foods. Its natural lemony flavor enhances the palatability of cattle feed. MOLD-ZAP is non-corrosive and is safe to use in animal feed. It inhibits an extremely broad range of mold species. Designed to inhibit the growth of mold, MOLD-ZAP: • Reduces the heat caused by mold in TMRs, in coated feed and in silage exposed to air • Improves savouriness thanks to its natural lemony taste • Improves the quality of ingested feed • Reduces waste in animal feed • Helps reduce losses in animal production DOSE 1 kg/MT of finished feed (maximum 2 kg/MT in a TMR) To seal the silo (the last 15 to 20 tons) add MOLD-ZAP (3 kg/ton) 13 GROW CROPS DIFFERENTLY Red Clover Timothy Meadow Bromegrass Tall Fescue Perennial Ryegrass 12 INTERCROPS Optimal seeding rates for Semico mixtures and Forage species PRO-ENERGY PERFO-GAIN LACTO-PLUS MAXI-MILK DAIRY RUSTIK VARI-SOIL DUALFALFA GRASSPRO HQ FORCE PERFO-2000 BIO-SEM VARYLAND SOLO TANDEM PRAIRIAL BIO-MAX PERFO-CLOVER PASTUR-2000 EXTRAGRASS + TWO-BROMEGRASS + ME 903 ME 904 INTERCROP MIX NO. 1 INTERCROP MIX NO. 2 REED CANARYGRASS MEADOW BROMEGRASS SMOOTH BROMEGRASS ORCHARDGRASS FESTULOLIUM TALL FESCUE TIMOTHY BIRDSFOOT TREFOIL ALFALFA kg/ ha 21 21 21 21 21 21 21 21 21 26 28 21 21 18 21 21 21 26 26 lb/ acre 19 19 19 19 19 19 19 19 19 23 25 19 19 16 19 19 19 23 23 Light seeds kg/ ha 9 8,5 11 13 lb/ acre 8 7,5 10 11,5 Small seeds kg/ ha 21 21 21 21 21 21 21 21 21 17 19,5 21 21 18 21 21 21 15 13 lb/ acre 19 19 19 19 19 19 19 19 19 15 17 19 19 16 19 19 19 13 11,5 Number of seeds /kg SEED GUIDE kg/ ha kg/ ha lb/ acre lb/ acre The varieties of cereals distributed by Synagri under the SEMICO banner are well-known and respected. Our latest additions 1 200 000 175 000 300 000 1 450 000 250 000 500 000 2 500 000 815 000 500 000 32 20 28 28 18 17 15 13 18 11 25 16 10 10 13 28 18 25 25 16 15 13 11 16 10 22 14 9 9 11 50 45 10 10 10 10 9 9 9 9 8 7 10 5 10 8 7 7 9 7 6 9 4 9 7 6 6 8 These tests reveal a great deal about the main agronomic and phitosanitary characteristics of our varieties when compared with competing varieties and respected sources. However, given the relatively small number of tests, the limited distribution and a strict conventional management model, more widespread testing would be required To compensate for this situation, Synagri has introduced numerous crop management tests in order to determine the most appropriate form of management for each of our wheat, barley and oat varieties to ensure that they achieve their full yield. Based on this information, we are now able to better advise our producers and to recommend the best varieties according to their needs and their environment. In order to restore cereals to their rightful place, we also established a culture monitoring program called CEREAL EXPERT. This program is designed for producers who are interested in improving their cereal cultures and maximizing the output of their 181 82 201 102 ANNUAL OR PERENNIAL DIPLOID RYEGRASS 500 000 20 18 4 3 ANNUAL OR PERENNIAL TRIPLOID RYEGRASS 250 000 25 22 4 3 SORGHUM 75 000 35 31 1 750 000 0 0 4 3 330 000 600 000 15 500 35 000 20 10 40 25 18 9 36 22 7 6 As a green fertilizer are no exception: they are the result of local genetic improvement programs, and have been tested throughout eastern Canada. before drawing any conclusions about their yield. 22 13 10 13 13 2 mylene.desautels@synagri.ca Semico cereals 25 15 12 15 15 As a cover crop Cereals and Canolas Expert Assistant cecile.tetreault@synagri.ca 340 000 155 000 220 000 88 000 88 000 CRIMSON CLOVER CLOVER COMMON VETCH HAIRY VETCH Mylène Desautels, Agr. Cereals and Canolas Expert JAPANESE MILLET PEARL MILLET MUSTARD FORAGE RADISH OILSEED RADISH WHITE CLOVER (ladino, dutch or huia) 1 In association Cécile Tétreault, d.t.a. MIXTURE DITCHES AND SLOPES 14 Pure stand fields. Essentially, it involves reviewing every step in the production of seeds up until the harvest, and to recommend corrections that would be called for in terms of adjustments in machinery, seeding rate and depth, user of fertilizer and phytosanitary products, rotations, and the timing and method of harvesting and storage. Finally, we are developing links with different stakeholders in the industry in order to diversify their markets. For example, wheat for human consumption, oat groats and hulless barley. 15 GROW CROPS DIFFERENTLY Mixture oats Vitality... for human consumption All you need for: animal feed, grains, silage or oats for the oatmeal market. Yours to choose! CDC Dancer... A naked oat always appreciated by the industry Recommended seeding rate: Conventional: 125 to 130 kg/ha with an average seeding density of 350 seeds/m2 Intensive: 140 to 145 kg/ha for an average seeding density of 400 seeds/m2 101% 94% 80 90 100 Specific weight 1,000 grains 80 90 100 2 3 4 5 6 7 Features Index ( 1 ) having the best performance 8 9 104% Ontario Zone III Zones V 91% 109% 80 90 100 Weight Specific weight 1,000 grains 97% 94% 80 90 100 Characteristics Standability Maturity Tolerance to Fusarium 4.5 5.6 (97 days) 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Features Index ( 1 ) having the best performance Synextra... The Protein Pro! SEED GUIDE Conventional: 130 to 135 kg/ha with an average seeding density of 350 seeds/m2 Intensive: 145 to 150 kg/ha for an average seeding density of 400 seeds/m2 * Réseau grandes cultures du Québec (Field Crop Network of Quebec) 8 9 4.8 5.3 (96 days) 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Features Index ( 1 ) having the best performance 8 9 We offer three bread wheats, as well as a feed wheat. Each one has specific unique characteristics. They are worth checking out and comparing. Yield in different zones Quebec Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3 90 100 Weight Specific weight 1,000 grains 102% 98% 80 90 100 Characteristics Standability Maturity Tolerance to Fusarium 4.5 5 (95 days) 1 1 2 3 4 5 92% 95% 103% Ontario Zone III Zones V 94% 101% 80 90 100 Weight Specific weight 1,000 grains 102% 102% 80 90 100 Characteristics Standability Maturity Tolerance to Fusarium 1.9 4 (92 days) 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Features Index ( 1 ) having the best performance 8 9 Based on the average of wheat cultivars recommended by the RGCQ and the OMAFRA 2011-13 Major... High tolerance to fusarium! 95% 94% 80 Recommended seeding rate: Yield in different zones Quebec Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3 * Réseau grandes cultures du Québec (Field Crop Network of Quebec) 95% 93% 97% Ontario Zone III Zones V • A milling wheat recommended by RGCQ* in 2008, classified as a high protein milling wheat admissible to Pool A of the SMVCB (Service de Mise en Vente en Commun du Blé) Marketing Board • Accepted in 2008 by the Ontario Wheat Board (OWB), Pool C • One of the earliest maturating varieties at the RGCQ trials • Has very high agronomic characteristics, good for bread making and disease resistance • High yield, equal and/or superior to the provincial average of ORLEANS; particularly productive in zone 2 of Quebec and in the northern zones of Ontario Conventional: 170 to 175 kg/ha with an average seeding density of 425 seeds/m2 Intensive: 200 to 205 kg/ha for an average seeding density of 500 seeds/m2 6 7 Features Index ( 1 ) having the best performance 8 9 Based on the average of wheat cultivars recommended by the RGCQ and the OMAFRA 2011-13 • Registered in Quebec, Ontario and Maritimes as a wheat for human consumption, for bread making • Admissible to Pool A of SMVBC and to Pool C of the OWB since 2012 • Non-bearded wheat, late maturing with long straw • Yield relatively superior to the average in all Quebec crop zones and in Ontario’s zone III • Major is the Quebec bread wheat with the best tolerance to fusarium head blight (index 1) in Eastern Canada This wheat variety is a major addition to your production! Recommended seeding rate: Synasile... An advantage in annual forage • A new forage oat distributed by Synagri since 2010 • Distinguished by its excellent biomass/quality ratio • Used alone or in an emergency forage mixture Characteristics Standability Maturity Tolerance to Fusarium Megantic... A small early miller 105% 98% Based on the average of wheat cultivars recommended by the RGCQ and the OMAFRA 2011-13 Recommended seeding rate: 100 Yield in different zones Quebec Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3 * Réseau grandes cultures du Québec (Field Crop Network of Quebec) 16 90 1 Hidalgo Oats... Continuity in the tradition • A variety distributed by Synagri since 2009 • Recommended by RGCQ* in 2008 as well as in trials in Ontario • Notable for its superior hectoliter weight, its large grain, its long straw • A superior protein level 108% 80 wheat 5.3 (96 days) Based on the average of wheat cultivars recommended by the RGCQ and the OMAFRA 2011-13 Conventional: 120 to 125 kg/ha with an average seeding density of 350 seeds/m2 Intensive: 135 to 140 kg/ha for an average seeding density of 400 seeds/m2 98% Based on the average of wheat cultivars recommended by the RGCQ and the OMAFRA 2011-13 4.9 1 Recommended seeding rate: 100 Specific weight 1,000 grains 101% Standability Maturity Tolerance to Fusarium • Excellent performance in RGCQ* and Ontario Zone III and V trials • Superior performance • Medium height and good stand • Low % of hulls • Will be used in our cereal mixtures 90 95% Characteristics 106% 108% Weight * Réseau grandes cultures du Québec (Field Crop Network of Quebec) Weight 96% 80 Conventional: 140 to 145 kg/ha with an average seeding density of 350 seeds/m2 Intensive: 160 to 165 kg/ha for an average seeding density of 400 seeds/m2 97% 104% 102% Ontario Zone III Zones V Recommended seeding rate: Yield in different zones Quebec Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3 Quebec Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3 Recommended seeding rate: 90 kg/ha or according to the other seeds in the mixture Conventional: 170 to 175 kg/ha with an average seeding density of 425 seeds/m2 Intensive: 195 to 200 kg/ha for an average seeding density of 500 seeds/m2 * Réseau grandes cultures du Québec (Field Crop Network of Quebec) 17 Yield in different zones Quebec Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3 102% 109% 103% Ontario Zone III Zones V 101% 100% 80 90 100 Weight Specific weight 1,000 grains 100% 100% 80 90 100 Characteristics Standability Maturity Tolerance to Fusarium 1.8 5.3 (96 days) 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Features Index ( 1 ) having the best performance 8 9 Based on the average of wheat cultivars recommended by the RGCQ and the OMAFRA 2011-13 GROW CROPS DIFFERENTLY • The CDC Dancer oats will still be available in 2015 but will be replaced gradually by a new oat variety, Vitality Yield in different zones • New oat groats • Recommended by RGCQ* and Excellent performance in Ontario Zone III and V • Large grains and high% of almonds • Good medium straw • Accepted by Quaker in 2013 • Wheat for human consumption, recommended by the RGCQ* in 2012 • Outstanding protein quality • Mid maturity, average straw, non-bearded • 3 on the Fusarium index Synabelle... So lovely, so good Yield in different zones Quebec Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3 99% 96% 86% Ontario Zone III Zones V 97% 96% 80 Recommended seeding rate: 90 100 Weight Specific weight 1,000 grains Conventional: 175 to 180 kg/ha with an average seeding density of 425 seeds/m2 Intensive: 205 to 210 kg/ha for an average seeding density of 500 seeds/m2 Recommended seeding rate: 100% 104% 80 90 Conventional: 175 to 180 kg/ha with an average seeding density of 375 seeds/m2 Intensive: 205 to 210 kg/ha for an average seeding density of 440 seeds/m2 100 Characteristics Standability Maturity Tolerance to Fusarium * Réseau grandes cultures du Québec (Field Crop Network of Quebec) 2.1 3.6 (91 days) 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Features Index ( 1 ) having the best performance 8 Yield in different zones • Feed wheat for use alone or mixed for meeting the needs of animal consumption • Long straw with excellent resistance to lodging • High tolerance to Fusarium (2 index) Quebec Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3 90 100 Weight Recommended seeding rate: Specific weight 1,000 grains Conventional: 155 to 160 kg/ha with an average seeding density of 425 seeds/m2 Intensive: 180 to 185 kg/ha for an average seeding density of 500 seeds/m2 98% 93% 80 90 100 1.0 5.6 (97 days) 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Features Index ( 1 ) having the best performance 8 99% Ontario Zone III Zones V 97% 104% 80 9 Based on the average of wheat cultivars recommended by the RGCQ and the OMAFRA 2011-13 Conventional: 165 to 170 kg/ha with an average seeding density of 375 seeds/m2 Intensive: 185 to 190 kg/ha for an average seeding density of 440 seeds/m2 * Réseau grandes cultures du Québec (Field Crop Network of Quebec) 90 Weight 101% 104% 80 90 barley Every variety of SEMICO barley has its own characteristics. However, they all have excellent yield and grain quality, as well as good tolerance to fusarium head blight. SEMICO’s 6 row varieties of barley are rated at 4 or 5 for fusarium head blight, which is the highest recommended rating for barley. They are listed in the RGCQ (Réseau grandes cultures du Québec) and Ontario test results. SEED GUIDE 18 Synasolis... Small size, big yields • Cultivar with short straw, very resistant to lodging • Superior yield in all Quebec crop zones and in Ontario zones III and V • 4 on the fusarium scale, at the top of the list for tolerance to this disease for this species 3.1 2.3 (87 days) 4 2 3 Conventional: 170 to 175 kg/ha with an average seeding density of 375 seeds/m2 Intensive: 190 to 195 kg/ha for an average seeding density of 440 seeds/m2 Ontario Zone III Zones V 103% 112% 90 100 Weight 98% 92% 80 90 100 2.7 3.6 (91 days) 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Features Index ( 1 ) having the best performance • Registered in 2010 and recommended to RGCQ* the same year • Pandora has an excellent yield, a volumetric weight and its 1,000 grains are excellent • Abundant short straw • Index 5 on the fusarium scale Recommended seeding rate: Characteristics Standability Maturity Tolerance to Fusarium 7 8 9 Yield in different zones 105% 104% 96% Ontario Zone III Zones V 96% 103% 80 90 100 Weight Specific weight 1,000 grains 99% 101% 80 90 100 Characteristics Standability Maturity Tolerance to Fusarium 1.7 2.6 (88 days) 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Features Index ( 1 ) having the best performance 8 9 Based on the average of wheat cultivars recommended by the RGCQ and the OMAFRA 2011-13 Yield in different zones Quebec Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3 101% 99% 102% Ontario Zone III Zones V 109% 94% 80 90 100 Weight Specific weight 1,000 grains 99% 101% 80 90 100 Characteristics Standability Maturity Tolerance to Fusarium 1.3 3.6 (91 days) 5 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Features Index ( 1 ) having the best performance Pandora... For those who prefer two-row barley 105% 100% Specific weight 1,000 grains 6 9 Based on the average of wheat cultivars recommended by the RGCQ and the OMAFRA 2011-13 102% 80 5 Features Index ( 1 ) having the best performance Quebec Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3 Yield in different zones Quebec Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3 4 Based on the average of wheat cultivars recommended by the RGCQ and the OMAFRA 2011-13 1 Recommended seeding rate: Conventional: 155 to 160 kg/ha with an average seeding density of 375 seeds/m2 Intensive: 180 to 185 kg/ha for an average seeding density of 440 seeds/m2 Recommended seeding rate: 100 Characteristics Standability Maturity Tolerance to Fusarium Harmony... Excels on her own but can be a key element in mixtures • Large grains, elevated hectoliter weight and good yield • Long straw, tolerant to lodging • Ranks second for its straw yield index of all the varieties in Ontario zones III and V • Index 5 on the fusarium scale 100 Specific weight 1,000 grains Oceanik... The Team Variety Recommended seeding rate: Characteristics Standability Maturity Tolerance to Fusarium 100% 96% 1 • It’s a check for the fusarium in the RGCQ* • Excellent yield in Quebec Zones 1 and 2 and in Ontario zones III and V • One of the earliest barley varieties • Straw and lodging between Synabelle and Synasolis • Index 4 on the fusarium scale 95% 96% 93% 80 Yield in different zones Quebec Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3 9 Based on the average of wheat cultivars recommended by the RGCQ and the OMAFRA 2011-13 Témis... For your fodder needs • This is the most popular cultivar because of its constant yield • Excellent yield in all crop zones • Weight of grains the highest for 6-row barley • Intermediate length of straw, stand and maturity • Index 4 on the fusarium scale 8 9 Based on the average of wheat cultivars recommended by the RGCQ and the OMAFRA 2011-13 Conventional: 175 to 180 kg/ha with an average seeding density of 375 seeds/m2 Intensive: 200 to 205 kg/ha for an average seeding density of 440 seeds/m2 * Réseau grandes cultures du Québec (Field Crop Network of Quebec) Yield in different zones Quebec Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3 102% 105% 100% Ontario Zone III Zones V 101% 102% 80 90 100 Weight Specific weight 1,000 grains 107% 100% 80 90 100 Characteristics Standability Maturity Tolerance to Fusarium 1.9 2.3 (87 days) 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Features Index ( 1 ) having the best performance 8 19 GROW CROPS DIFFERENTLY Kléos... Guaranteed quality 9 Based on the average of wheat cultivars recommended by the RGCQ and the OMAFRA 2011-13 NEW Masky... an improvement that remains true to tradition • Yield improvement over Synabelle, particularly in zone 3 in Quebec • Higher volumetric weight • Short straw • Rating of 4 for fusarium and good tolerance for foliar diseases Quebec Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3 102% All the SEMICO exclusive cereal seed mixtures are designed to insure the best combination of varieties according to the nutritional needs required. Particular attention is always a priority in order to harmonize the maturity, length of straw and tolerance to lodging in the combined varieties. 98% 102% Ontario Zone III Zones V 85% 103% 80 Recommended seeding rates: 90 100 Weight Conventional: 155 to 160 kg/ha for average seeding density of 375 grains/m2 Intensive: 180 to 185 kg/ha for average seeding density of 440 grains /m2 Specific weight 1,000 grains Facts on Cereal Mixtures 103 % 93% 80 90 100 The components variation percentage (± 5%) is not necessarily the most important factor in the choice of a mixture. The environmental conditions in the current year determine the development of every component in the mixture. There is a complex relationship between seed characteristics and the environment in which they will compete with one another for space, water, nutriments and light. There are more advantages in growing mixtures in an uncertain farming environment. Characteristics Standability Maturity Tolerance to Fusarium 1.9 5.6 (97 days) 4 1 NEW 2 3 4 5 6 7 Features Index ( 1 ) having the best performance 8 9 Based on the average of wheat cultivars recommended by the RGCQ and the OMAFRA 2011-13 Bastile... a cold tolerant stripper • A 6-row naked barley that is particularly well adapted to the colder regions • Variety developed for animal feed in lieu of corn: - in zones dedicated to small grains - to reduce the impact of toxin content (vomitoxines) • Very high volumetric weight • Average straw and appearance • Excellent fusarium index Recommended seeding rates: Conventional: 165 to 170 kg/ha for average seeding density of 400 grains/m2 Intensive: 195 to 200 kg/ha for average seeding density of 470 grains /m2 Quebec Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3 77% 77% 89% 80 90 100 80 90 100 Characteristics Standability Maturity Tolerance to Fusarium 2.1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Features Index ( 1 ) having the best performance 8 SEED GUIDE Yield in different zones Quebec Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3 108% 140 kg/ha • Protein and energy contribution from the wheat • C urative and fibrous contribution from the oats • Balanced mix in less fertile soils and a better nutritional yield SEM 600 60% Wheat 40% Hulless Oats Témis Navan 130 kg/ha • Even greater protein and energy contribution than SEM 610 • B alanced mix that may replace corn, in whole or in part, in the rations Cereal Mixtures with three varieties… Best mixtures for balance, in the field and in the barn 111% Species Varieties Seedind rate 80 90 100 110 Weight Specific weight 1,000 grains 99% 97% 80 90 100 Benefits SEM 620 60% Wheat 20% Oats 20% Hulless Oats Témis Hidalgo Navan 140 kg/ha • Very popular mix with good yield potential, intermediate to Sem 600 and Sem 610 SEM 530 50% Wheat 25% Oats 25% Hulless Oats Témis Hidalgo Navan 135 kg/ha • Mix similar to Sem 600, but with a greater amount of covered oats • Possibility of seeding in a greater range of soils SEM 520 50% Wheat 25% Oats 25% Barley Témis Hidalgo Harmony 135 kg/ha • Balanced nutritional ratio • Very good yield potential • Excellent synergy between species • Great adaptability SEM 350 35% Wheat 35% Peas 30% Oats Témis Meadow Hidalgo 165 kg/ha • Uniform maturity, balanced mix • Basis of a well- balanced animal feed • Good protein input coming from peas and wheat • Adaptable to every soil type 102% Characteristics 0.8 5 (95 days) 1. Selon la disponibilité 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Features Index ( 1 ) having the best performance 8 9 Based on the average of wheat cultivars recommended by the RGCQ and the OMAFRA 2011-13 Zorro... A soft adaptable wheat • Bread making quality • Accepted by the SMVCB marketing board and the “Moulins de Soulanges” (contracts available) • Good long straw Conventional: 185 to 190 kg/ha with an average seeding density of 425 seeds/m2 Intensive: 205 to 210 kg/ha for an average seeding density of 500 seeds/m2 Témis Hidlago Recommended seeding rate: Recommended seeding rate: 60% Wheat 40% Oats 9 Based on the average of wheat cultivars recommended by the RGCQ and the OMAFRA 2011-13 Standability Maturity Tolerance to Fusarium Benefits SEM 610 4 (92 days) Carnaval... Doesn’t feel the cold * Réseau grandes cultures du Québec (Field Crop Network of Quebec) Seedind rate 3 Winter cereals are a marginal crop in Quebec but it is still possible to succeed in planting them if the producer understands the conditions required for establishing a winter cereal. Consult the CEREAL-EXPERT Group. Conventional: 175 to 180 kg/ha with an average seeding density of 425 seeds/m2 Intensive: 205 to 210 kg/ha for an average seeding density of 500 seeds/m2 Varieties 116% 88% winter cereals 20 Species Weight Specific weight 1,000 grains N.B. The seeding rate for naked barley has to be increased +/- 10% relative to covered barley. • This feed quality wheat is the best adapted to our winter conditions • Relative yield the highest in its RGCQ* trials • Index 2 on the fusarium head blight scale • Good winter survival • Good quantity of straw with excellent resistance to lodging Cereal Mixtures with two varieties… To improve the nutritional value of oat Yield in different zones Cereal Mixtures with four varieties… For constant and balanced mixtures SEM 250 1. Subject to availability Species 25% Wheat 25% Oats 25% Barley 25% Peas Varieties Témis Hidalgo Harmony Meadow Seedind rate 165 kg/ha Benefits • Diversified mix combining different species • V ery well-balanced to act as a base in quality animal feed • Balanced components 21 GROW CROPS DIFFERENTLY semico cereal seed mixtures Yield in different zones Forage Mixtures… For use as a cover crop, green crop harvested at the filling stage Species Varieties Seedind rate Benefits SEM 500 50% Forage Oats 50% Forage Peas Synasile 4010 120 kg/ha SEM 400 40% Wheat 40% Forage Peas 20% Forage Oats Témis 4010 Synasile 130 kg/ha • Extremely efficient mix that can attain 3800 to 4500 kg/ha of dry matter at the first cut • Wheat has a better yield than oats, especially in warm regions • Possible analysis of 16 to 20% total protein • Adaptable to many types of storage • Peas preserve quality in case of late harvest • Can be grown in any soil type • Good competition for weeds • Maintains good soil humidity for the planting of forage plants • Mix similar to Sem 400 but without the wheat • Totally appropriate for Quebec’s cooler regions • Better yield than seeding a single forage plant • Oats contributes to yield and nutritional qualities • Peas preserve quality in case of late harvest • Helps ingestion Number of seeds to be sown by linear meter in relation to the disc row spacing and the desired number of seeds per square meter Row spacing In Mm 4 102 Desired Number of Seeds per m2 300 325 350 375 400 425 450 475 500 525 550 575 600 30.6 33.2 35.7 38.3 40.8 43.4 45.9 48.5 51.0 53.6 56.1 58.7 61.2 5 127 38.1 41.3 44.5 47.6 50.8 54.0 57.2 60.3 63.5 66.7 69.9 73.0 76.2 6 152 45.6 49.4 53.2 57.0 60.8 64.6 68.4 72.2 76.0 79.8 83.6 87.4 91.2 7 178 53.4 57.9 62.3 66.8 71.2 75.7 80.1 84.6 89.0 93.5 97.9 102.4 106.8 Source: CPVQ 1988 Spring Cereals/revised. Thousand Kernel Weight (TKW) in Grams of the Variety to Seed SEED GUIDE 22 Recommended seeding rates are given for guidance only; the weight of 1000 each specific grains each lot remains the best tool for the calculation of an accurate seeding. Desired established population (plants/m2) Seeding density (seeds/m2) 30 lb/a 32 kg/ha lb/a 34 kg/ha lb/a 36 kg/ha lb/a 38 kg/ha lb/a 40 kg/ha lb/a 42 kg/ha lb/a 44 kg/ha lb/a 46 kg/ha lb/a 48 kg/ha lb/a 50 kg/ha lb/a kg/ha 280 325 87 98 93 104 98 111 104 117 110 124 116 130 122 137 127 143 133 150 139 156 145 163 300 350 94 105 100 112 106 119 112 126 118 133 125 140 131 147 137 154 143 161 150 168 156 175 Spring Wheat 425 à 500 grains/m2 320 375 100 113 107 120 114 128 120 135 127 143 134 150 140 158 147 165 154 173 160 180 167 188 Barley 375 à 440 grains/m2 340 400 107 120 114 128 121 136 128 144 135 152 143 160 150 168 157 176 164 184 171 192 178 200 Oat 350 à 400 grains/m2 360 425 114 128 121 136 129 145 136 153 144 162 151 170 159 179 167 187 174 196 182 204 189 213 380 450 120 135 128 144 136 153 144 162 152 171 160 180 168 189 176 198 184 207 192 216 200 225 Seeding rate for different varieties used as a cover crop: -30% of the density of the seed suggested 400 475 127 143 135 152 144 162 152 171 161 181 169 190 178 200 186 209 195 219 203 228 212 238 420 500 134 150 143 160 151 170 160 180 169 190 178 200 187 210 196 220 205 230 214 240 223 250 440 525 140 158 150 168 159 179 168 189 178 200 187 210 196 221 206 231 215 242 224 252 234 263 460 550 147 165 157 176 167 187 176 198 186 209 196 220 206 231 216 242 225 253 235 264 245 275 480 575 154 173 164 184 174 196 184 207 195 219 205 230 215 242 225 253 236 265 246 276 256 288 500 600 160 180 171 192 182 204 192 216 203 228 214 240 224 252 235 264 246 276 257 288 267 300 Source: CPVQ 1988 Spring Cereals Note: The desired population, in plants/m2, represents 85% (minimum germination percentage required for grade 1 pedigreed seeds) of the seeding density in seeds/m2. 23 GROW CROPS DIFFERENTLY Seeding rate Mylène Desautels, Agr. Cécile Tétreault, d.t.a. Cereals and Canolas Expert Assistant Cereals and Canolas Expert mylene.desautels@synagri.ca cecile.tetreault@synagri.ca FOLLOW US ON OUR SOCIAL NETWORKS synagri canolas The cultivation of canola, although variable from year to year, has nonetheless gained in popularity in the zones suited to its cultivation. The introduction of traits such as resistance to clubroot is an important criterion for regions where this disease is relatively prevalent. SYNAGRI.CA GROW CROPS DIFFERENTLY 25 winter canola spring canola In order to meet the needs of producers who are interested in growing canola, Synagri has connected with a few select partners to offer new glyphosate-resistant cultivars. 74-44 BL... Blackleg resistant Description: New hybrid evaluated for a first year in the 2013 RGCQ* trials. Best hybrid in 2012 Ontario trials with 106% of relative performance of controls (Meaford and Listowel). • Type: Genuity ® Roundup Ready ® hybrid • Resistant to blackleg Advantages: • Superior performance in Alberta and Ontario • Good shelling tolerance at harvest • Early maturity Synagri has been looking into the management of winter canola crops in southern Quebec and eastern Ontario production zones to which spring canola is not well adapted. Initial results have been interesting and have encouraged us to offer the new option of a canola that can be sowed in August for a fall crop. The choice of fields and seeding dates remain important criteria for growing winter canola. Sitro... Definitely the most productive Description : • Adapted to Zones 1 and 2 • Most productive in 2012 Ontario trials with a relative yield of 105% • Available this year at Synagri Advantages: • Yield and vigor * Réseau grandes cultures du Québec (Field Crop Network of Quebec) 73-75RR... Mid-season maturity hybrid Description: After the first year in the RGCQ* trials, 73-75RR shows a very good combination of high yield with a mid-season maturity. 73-75RR is becoming our best new glyphosate resistance hybrid. • Type : Genuity® Roundup Ready® Hybrid • Height of the plant: short • Lodging: good • Oil content: high • Black leg: (% Westar): R • Fusarium wilt resistance: R • High yield potential • Mid season maturity Weight of 1,000 grains (g) Seeding rate1 kg/ha (lb/ac) Grains/m (/foot)1 3.5 3.63 (3.3) 20 (6.1) 74-54 RR... Clubroot Resistant 4 4.07 (3.7) 20 (6.1) 4.5 4.7 (4.2) 20 (6.1) Description: 5 5.2 (4.7) 20 (6.1) A new CR hybrid (Clubroot Resistant) is on evaluation in 2013: 5.5 5.7 (5.1) 20 (6.1) 6.0 6.2 (5.6) 20 (6.1) * Réseau grandes cultures du Québec (Field Crop Network of Quebec) NEW SEED GUIDE 26 Quantity of seed necessary to obtain the desired seed rate • Type : Genuity® Roundup Ready® Hybrid • Resistant to pathotypes 2, 3, 5, 6 and 8 • Resistant to Blackleg • Excellent vigor • Good resistance associated with superior performance based on data from trials in Alberta in 2012 Advantages: • Resistance to Clubroot • Suitable for both swathing and direct combining Seeding rate calculated for a final population of 72% at a desired density of 75 plants/m2 (7 plants/ft2) 1 Source: Guide agronomique des Grandes Cultures (Publication 811 F - OMAFRA 2009) The seeding density of canola should be between 75 and 130 seed/m2 that means about 3.5 to 5 kg/ha for a TKW of 4 to 5 grams. Always check the TKW corresponding to the seed lot to be planted. 27 GROW CROPS DIFFERENTLY Advantages: Daniel Barré, Agronomist Corn and Soybean Expert daniel.barré@synagri.ca Sunny Classic Shady soyhinova ip soybeans Innovate with our main IP soybean varieties Our IP SOYHINOVA soybeans are selected for the highest protein yield per hectare in order to meet the need of the tofu market. Our varieties are among the best in terms of their lodging resistance and resistance to sclerotinia, as well as their yield. We evaluate all of our varieties under conditions that are prevalent in Quebec in order to optimize each ones yield potential. With our two IP storage sites, in Saint-Isidore de Laprairie (South Shore) and in Saint-Ambroise-de-Kildare (North Shore), we are well positioned to serve our clients. 10 kg 4 kg 1.5 kg GROW CROPS DIFFERENTLY 29 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Varieties IP Varieties HP/IP UTM VARIETIES 1406234(1) Soybeans... Yield and standability for your 30 inches seeding (2800-2850 CHU) 2600 2700 2650 2800-2850 ASUKA FURIO KYOTO 1406234 Seeds/kg 4800-5400 Row spacing (inches) 7 14 7 14 30 7 14 30 7 14 30 600 540 600 540 500 550 500 450 550 500 450 No. of seeds planted (X 1000/ha) 4400-5000 4800-5400 Description: Seeding Rate (kg/ha) 120 110 125 112 105 110 100 90 110 100 90 No. of seeds planted (s/m) 10.7 19.2 10.7 19.2 38.1 9.8 17.8 34.3 9.8 17.8 34.3 Type of plant SB SB SB B Height of plant 3 3 3 3 yellow imperfect yellow imperfect yellow imperfect yellow imperfect 45.3 45.2 43.3 41.5 Hilum color Protein level (%) 4800-5200 • Variety that cover rapidly the space in 30 inches seeding • Yield in every spacing • Very good standability • Good plant health Crop Management: • Soybean well adapted to 30 inches • Good yield in all types of soil • Adapted to direct seeding • Well adapted to all spacings 1 2 3 4 5 3 4 5 STANDABILITY TOLERANCE TO SCLEROTINA STABILITY/ADAPTABILITY VIGOR IN DIRECT SEEDING ADAPTATION 30” 1 = low 3 = average 5 = high SB = Semi-bushy B = Bushy Protein and gr/kg = variable indicating data KYOTO(1) Soybeans... new benchmark against sclerotinia (2650 CHU) Description: ASUKA(1) Soybeans... Even more yield than KOFU (2600 CHU) Description: • Exceptional yield... 5% more yield than Kofu (1st RGCQ 2012-2013) • Very good standability • More protein than KOFU (+3.1%) • RGCQ* (2012-2013), 109% • Hardiness and stability in various environments • Good tolerance to sclerotinia 1 2 3 4 5 STANDABILITY TOLERANCE TO SCLEROTINA • A variety with remarkable agronomic characteristics • Excellent standability • High and constant yield in our conditions • Good level of protein • Very good resistance to sclerotinia (best at RGCQ* 2013) • RGCQ* 2011-2013 (3 years average) 100% • OSVT** 2010-2012 (3 years average) 109% Winchester • OSVT** 2011-2013 (3 years average) 104% Winchester STABILITY/ADAPTABILITY Crop Management: Management: VIGOR IN DIRECT SEEDING • Performs in all types of soils • Adapted to direct seeding • Adapted to all rows spacing but prefers 7 to 15 inches ADAPTATION 30” • Responds well from 7 to 30 inch row spacing • Excellent for no till • Adapted to direct seeding 1 2 STANDABILITY TOLERANCE TO SCLEROTINA STABILITY/ADAPTABILITY VIGOR IN DIRECT SEEDING ADAPTATION 30” * Field Crop Network of Quebec ** Ontario Soybean Variety Trials * Field Crop Network of Quebec FURIO(1) Soybeans... at all Times Quotations based on private and public research, done in environmental conditions adapted to their growing zone. Adverse growing conditions will affect their performance. Description: • A new leader in the 2700 CHU range • Good standability • Good plant health • Good agronomic traits combined with a high level of protein • Unique stalk with umbrella type pods • OSVT** 2011-2012 (Ontario 2 years) 111% Winchester • RGCQ* (2011-2013), 105% Crop Management: • Performs in all soil types • Adapted to direct seeding • Adapted to all types of spacing * Field Crop Network of Quebec ** Ontario Soybean Variety Trials (1). This variety is also available without insecticide treatment. 1 2 STANDABILITY TOLERANCE TO SCLEROTINA STABILITY/ADAPTABILITY VIGOR IN DIRECT SEEDING ADAPTATION 30” 3 4 5 31 GROW CROPS DIFFERENTLY SEED GUIDE 30 Legend: Best at 7 to 15 inches row spacing (2700 CHU)