Lucerne

The realisation that lucerne offers such a high protein content with good drought tolerance and nitrogen fixing potential has prompted a revival of interest on this very underrated crop. Lucerne can be ensiled, baled for hay or made into big bale silage and its potential will be in the order of 14-15 tonnes of DM/ha/year. The crop can provide excellent yields for three full years (following a summer sowing).

It is important to select the right field if you are planning to introduce the crop.  Certainly it is very important to avoid any soils which are at risk from waterlogging.

We have put together a very comprehensive guide on how to establish and then manage your lucerne crop.  This information can be found by clicking on the PDF button above and downloading the Lucerne Growers Guide.