Sheep Product Range
The right choice of pasture species is important to maximise the productivity and profitability of your sheep & lamb operation.
Barenbrug offer a wide range of options for both rain-fed and irrigated production systems.
Lightning
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Establishes quickly, even when sown late
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Mid season maturity - about 145 days to flowering
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Tolerates waterlogging and mild soil salinity
Laser
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Late season Persian - approx 165 days to flowering
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Improved rust resistance compared to Shaftal
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Suitable to mix with winter active, short term ryegrass
Zulu ll
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Excellent spring and early summer growth
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Deep tap root which can increase growth in drier seasons
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High level of hard seeds ensures good regeneration
Vista
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Late maturity (130 days)
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Tolerant to water-logging
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Good tolerance to cowpea, blue green & spotted alfalfa aphid
Jester-SU
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Tolerance to sulfonylurea (SU) herbicide residues
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Vastly improved aphid resistance
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Regenerates well after cropping phase 1-3 years
Scimitar
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Demonstrates excellent salt tolerance
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High percentage of soft seed (24%)
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Adaptable variety which grows on a wide range of soils
Sultan-SU
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Early maturing (~70–90 days to flowering)
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Good aphid resistance
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Boron tolerant
Captain
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Leading total forage production
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High forage quality and mineral content
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Good animal acceptance
Commander
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15 - 20% higher yield than prostrate types
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Alternative to lucerne in problem soils
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Fast establishment and regrowth after grazing