What are some other factors affecting the success of dormant seeding of forages?
Other things considerations when successfully establishing a healthy forage stand are the use of quality seed, use proper seeding rates and depths, and manage for weeds. A firm seedbed will allow good seed to soil contact and result in good germination and emergence. Seeding into stubble will reduce the chance of seed movement from wind and water erosion. Because some of the seeds will die over the winter, increase your seeding rates by 20 – 30%.
