Management Profile
- PGI 557 displays outstanding yield potential across a wide range of geographies.
- Ideal for growers looking to maximize tonnage and quality over the entire season.
- Excellent regrowth allows for aggressive harvest management.
- Medium early maturity to one-tenth flower.
- No known soil type or management limitations.
Forage Quality
Performance for the Way You Farm
Field Appearance at Harvest Maturity
Medium-tall, showy variety with a dense canopy
Medium dark green foliage
Key Agronomic Characteristics
Fall Dormancy: 5.0
Winter Hardiness, Winter Survival Index: 2.0
Multifoliolate Leaf Expression: 66%
Ratings are based on average performance of the variety over a wide range of climate and soil types. Actual performance may be adversely affected by extreme conditions. Unless stated, ratings are based on standardized testing procedures endorsed by the North American Alfalfa Improvement Conference.
