Bandito 2

Posted on Jul. 23rd, 2010 by

Excellent winter hardiness, improved persistence and cold tolerance

bandito 2

  • Suited for hay, grazing and silage.
  • Drought tolerant.
  • Bunch type growth.
  • Medium maturity.
  • Improved yield with higher protein levels.
  • Quick to establish with exceptional winter hardiness.
  • Excellent digestibility.

Bandito 2 Intermediate Tetraploid Ryegrass continues to show excellent winter hardiness, improved persistence and cold tolerance. Once established Bandito 2 exhibits higher levels of protein for a healthier diet and increased livestock production. Combine these traits with quick establishment, tremendous regrowth and higher forage yields and you have a recipe for success.

Seeding Rates
New Seeding: 35 – 40 lbs/acre
Overseeding: 15 – 20 lbs/acre

Planting Depth
1/8 – 1/2 inch

Germination Rate
5 – 7 days

Seeds per Pound
Approx 240,000

Fertilizer Requirements
50 – 100 lbs of Nitrogen (N) per acre Late Fall or Early Spring , 50 – 75 lbs of Nitrogen (N) per acre after each cutting (hay/silage)