Lumen

Lumen is the first release from the Barenbrug Australia Persian clover development program.  Bred and selected at Howlong in Riverina NSW, Lumen is a late maturity Persian clover to enhance performance in Laser and Shaftal applications.  Hay, silage and grazing systems will benefit from the inclusion of Lumen in fodder production and short-term forages generally.  

Lumen exhibits improved seedling vigour and emergence, with comparative yield increase in all seasons from late autumn to late spring. Breeder and commercial trials indicate an overall 5% dry-matter yield improvement over Laser and Turbo.  Lumen will be available from autumn 2026.

 

Features of Lumen

• Soft-seeded, tall, dense, upright annual clover to around 80cm
• Adaptable to a wide range of soil types
• Improved establishment vigour
• Late maturity -approximately 162 days
• Multiple grazing or harvest (cutting) potential
• Tolerates some waterlogging and a degree of salinity
• High nitrogen fixation

Applications

• Late maturity Persian clover to replace Laser or Shaftal
• Temperate climate zones, winter dominant rainfall
• Dairy, Beef cattle and sheep grazing
• Silage, hay production and cropping breaks
• Excellent companion with annual & Italian ryegrasses for improved feed quality
• Ideal inclusion for high-density legume (HDL) mixes.
• Reliable and uniform variety with good seed production traits.

 

Performance

Trials indicate around 5% yield improvement compared to Laser and Turbo, and 3% over Turbo. Note the seasonal yield benefits particularly in winter and late spring, offering increased first grazing yield and late season performance.