We understand resowing perennial ryegrass is a significant investment and Australian farmers and agronomists demand enduring, high-yielding performance for the lifetime of the cultivar.
They also seek reliable assurance against common issues such as ryegrass staggers and insect damage.
Taking onboard this feedback, we've developed Stampede diploid perennial ryegrass with the innovative CM142 endophyte.
The journey to Stampede CM142 has been one of perseverance.
Developed by Cropmark’s breeding team in Canterbury and incorporating insight from farmers, Stampede represents many years of research and insight to combine the best ryegrass genetics with a new and unique novel endophyte.
Stampede CM142 is more than just another ryegrass cultivar, says Cropmark’s plant breeder, Stephane Montel.
“This late heading diploid perennial ryegrass boasts consistent yield performance validated through rigorous on-farm trials across Australia and New Zealand.
“It’s a very nice-looking grass, dark coloured with very high tiller density to improve its persistence and ensure a reliable source of high-quality forage throughout the year”.
Central to Stampede's remarkable resilience is the CM142 endophyte, a ground-breaking discovery with origins tracing back to the harsh alpine regions of Greece.
Harnessing the natural insect deterrent capabilities of Epoxy Janthitrem alkaloids, CM142 combined with Stampede’s robust genetics offers a natural defence mechanism to increase pasture persistence, which is a key attribute for perennial pasture.
“Our main effort when developing CM142 was to maintain the component around insect protection while increasing livestock performance, due to lesser toxicity and better forage production,” Stephane said.
For further information, contact your local Cropmark Seeds representatives: Adam Sheedy, Gippsland, northern NSW and Queensland on 0428 132 096; Bruce Hume, Western District, South Australia and Tasmania on 0427 607 375; or Sven Koljo, northern Victoria and Southern NSW on 0429 375 452.
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