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Our best sellers reflect what customers trust most—products that have proven themselves season after season. While new favorites rise with each planting and harvest, many long-time staples continue to earn their place year after year. From seed and feed to gear and mixes, these are the tried, tested, and consistently trusted products across farms, fields, and backyards.

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Garden Seed

Connecticut Field Pumpkin Seed

Connecticut Field Pumpkin Seed

Connecticut Field Pumpkin – A Classic Heirloom for Baking & CanningWhy Choose Connecticut Field Pumpkin? The Connecticut Field Pumpkin is one of the oldest and most popular heirloom pumpkins, prized for its versatility and reliability. Its consistent size, smooth round shape, and rich orange flesh make it ideal for canning, baking, and fall décor. With a long history dating back centuries, this variety remains a favorite among gardeners for its dependable performance and timeless appeal.Product Specifications: Type: Heirloom Field Pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo) Days to Maturity: 110 days Fruit Size: 15-20 pounds on average Shape: Round and uniform Circumference: Approximately 12 inches Germination Time: 7-10 days Planting Requirements: Rows spaced 6-10 feet apart, depending on space and desired size Soil Needs: Fertile, well-drained soil for best results Growing Information: Connecticut Field Pumpkin thrives in rich, well-drained soil with plenty of sunlight. Space rows 6-10 feet apart, allowing ample room for vine growth and maximizing fruit size. Germination occurs in 7-10 days, and with proper care, pumpkins will be ready for harvest in approximately 110 days.Uses & Benefits: Culinary Excellence: Perfect for canning, baking pies, soups, and other fall favorites Decorative Appeal: Ideal for fall displays, carving, and seasonal arrangements High Yield: Produces consistent, uniform pumpkins with reliable harvests Historical Heirloom: One of the oldest field pumpkins still grown today Plant Connecticut Field Pumpkin seeds to enjoy a piece of gardening history while growing versatile pumpkins for both your kitchen and your autumn décor!

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Cover Crops

Garden Plowdown Mix Seed

Garden Plowdown Mix Seed

An all-annual mix, this garden cover crop mix of Buckwheat, Peas, Barley, and Crimson Clover produces ground cover and biomass. The quick growth of Buckwheat and the expansive root systems of Barley allow this mix to produce soil activity below ground and cover above. Designed to winterkill, these annual crops ensure easy management and soil preparation for the following growing season. A light till into your soil is recommended for establishment. Benefits Annual Crops: Composed entirely of annual crops that will winterkill, simplifying garden management and soil preparation. Quick Growth: Buckwheat and other components provide rapid growth, establishing ground cover quickly. Soil Activity: The expansive root systems of Barley and nutrient fixation of Peas and Crimson Clover enhance soil activity. Weed Suppression: Effective ground cover helps suppress weeds, maintaining a clean garden bed. Biomass Production: Produces significant biomass, improving soil organic matter. Planting Instructions Seeding Rate: Plant at 2 lbs per 1,000 square feet. Seeding Depth: Lightly till into the soil for optimal establishment. Planting Range: Suitable for planting in late spring, summer, or early fall. This garden plowdown mix from Elk Mound Seed is designed to provide quick ground cover, improve soil health, and suppress weeds. Its diverse components ensure robust growth and soil enhancement, making it an excellent choice for gardeners looking to improve their soil's fertility and structure. The mix's annual nature and winterkill characteristic ensure easy transition and soil readiness for the next planting season.

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Crimson Clover Food Plot Seed

Crimson Clover Food Plot Seed

Crimson clover is an excellent choice for food plots, providing rapid, robust growth and significant nitrogen fixation. This annual clover thrives in mild winter climates where growth continues through the winter, followed by the development of leafy flower stalks in early spring. The leaves are trifoliate, with narrow bases and broad terminals, and both the leaves and stems are hairy. The flower heads are elongated, pointed, and bright crimson in color, containing more than 100 florets. Crimson clover is highly nutritious and palatable, making it an ideal choice for winter and spring grazing in mild winter areas, as well as for producing good hay crops.Benefits Deer Attraction: Highly attractive to deer, providing lush and nutritious forage. Nutritional Value: Both as pasture and hay, it is highly nutritious and palatable. Winter Resilience: In mild winter climates, growth continues through the winter and provides excellent spring grazing. High Biomass Production: Produces significant biomass, contributing to soil fertility and structure. Weed Suppression: Effective at suppressing weeds, maintaining clean food plots. Versatile Use: Excellent for winter and spring grazing, as well as hay production. Characteristics Type: Annual clover. Growth: Grows to 6-12 inches in height. Flower: Bright crimson, elongated, and pointed flower heads with more than 100 florets. Seed Count: 145,000 seeds per pound. Planting Instructions Seeding Rate: Seed at 15-18 lbs/acre when planted alone, and 6-9 lbs/acre when used in mixes. Seeding Depth: Plant seeds at a depth of 1/8 inch in a fine-texture seedbed. Planting Range: Suitable for planting in spring and summer. Longevity: Annual. Crimson clover from Elk Mound Seed is designed to enhance food plots, offering high nutritional value and significant soil benefits. Its rapid growth, nutrient-fixing capabilities, and compatibility with other crops make it a versatile and valuable addition to any food plot strategy. This clover ensures a nutritious and reliable food source for deer, supporting a productive and attractive food plot throughout the growing season and into the following year.

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Farm seed

Grass Pasture Forage Seed Mix

Grass Pasture Forage Seed Mix

Elk Mound Seed's Grass Pasture Mix is designed for optimal growth, digestibility, and persistence. This mix includes a variety of grasses that are selected for their vigorous growth and adaptability to less-than-ideal conditions, making it a reliable choice for farmers looking to establish a high-quality pasture. The mix is suitable for early spring and late summer planting, ensuring flexibility for your planting schedule.Benefits: Vigorous Growth: Selected for its ability to thrive in various conditions, ensuring robust pasture development. High Digestibility: Provides excellent nutritional value for grazing animals, enhancing overall livestock health. Persistence: Designed to maintain productivity and quality over time, even under challenging conditions. Ideal for Hay Production: This mix can be considered a hay field when established, offering versatility for both grazing and haying purposes. Planting Instructions: Planting Range: Early spring, late summer Seeding Rate: 25-30 lbs/acre Mixture Contains: 35% Kentucky Bluegrass: Known for its durability and high nutritional value. 25% Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass: Offers higher yields and better digestibility. 15% Alfalfa: Provides adequate protein and supports overall pasture quality. 15% Timothy: Hardy grass that enhances the mix's forage quality. 10% Orchardgrass: Adds resilience and improves growth in various conditions. Drydown Quality: The Grass Pasture Mix has good drydown qualities due to the presence of Kentucky Bluegrass, Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass, and Orchardgrass, which provide high forage quality and effective drying. Alfalfa and Timothy contribute to the mix's nutritional profile and enhance its overall performance. Together, these components ensure a balanced drydown process, making the mix suitable for high-quality hay production under proper management practices.This Grass Pasture Mix ensures a productive and sustainable pasture, meeting the diverse needs of your farm.

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Buster (Daikon) Radish Seed

Buster (Daikon) Radish Seed

Daikon radishes are highly beneficial for soil health, providing multiple advantages such as alleviating soil compaction, improving water infiltration, increasing organic matter, and offering excellent weed suppression. These radishes, including the Badger brand, feature an aggressive taproot that drills through compaction where steel cannot, creating root channels for subsequent crops to access essential nutrients and water. Studies show that Buster® Radishes consistently increase soybean and corn yields by scavenging significant amounts of nitrogen, phosphorus, and calcium. Upon decomposition, these nutrients are left in the upper 10 inches of soil, improving soil fertility for future crops.Benefits Soil Compaction: The large taproot and deep-reaching secondary roots alleviate soil compaction, improving soil structure. Nutrient Scavenging: Scavenges and stores nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, and calcium in the root system, releasing them upon decomposition. Water Infiltration: Enhances water infiltration and aeration, reducing runoff and increasing soil moisture retention. Weed Suppression: Thick upper foliage provides excellent weed suppression by shading out weeds during the growing season and forming a thin film over the soil after the radish freezes out. Yield Improvement: Boosts subsequent crop yields, with studies showing yield improvements of 10% or more. Characteristics Type: Cool season broadleaf. C:N Ratio: 20:1, contributing to efficient nutrient cycling. Root System: Features a large taproot and deep-reaching secondary roots with thick upper foliage. Planting Instructions Seeding Rate: Seed at 8-10 lbs/acre when planted alone, and 3-6 lbs/acre when used in mixes. Seeding Depth: Plant seeds at a depth of 1/2 inch to 1 inch. Planting Range: June to August, at least 4-10 weeks before the first killing frost in your area. Daikon radishes from Elk Mound Seed are an excellent choice for improving soil health and boosting crop yields. Their aggressive taproots and nutrient-scavenging capabilities make them a valuable addition to any cover crop program, enhancing soil fertility, structure, and water management.

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Bird Seed

Red Milo (Bird Seed)

Red Milo (Bird Seed)

Enhance your wildlife feeding station with our Red Milo Seeds. These high-quality seeds are a favorite among many ground-feeding birds and other wildlife, providing a nutritious and energy-rich food source that will attract a variety of species to your outdoor space. Key Features: High-Quality Seeds: Our Red Milo seeds are carefully sourced and cleaned to ensure they are free from impurities, offering a pure and nutritious option for wildlife. Nutrient-Rich: Packed with essential proteins, carbohydrates, and fats, these seeds provide a substantial energy boost that supports the health and vitality of birds and other wildlife. Versatile: Ideal for a wide range of ground-feeding birds, including pigeons, doves, sparrows, quails, and juncos, as well as other wildlife such as squirrels and chipmunks. Benefits: Attracts Diverse Wildlife: Create a lively and dynamic feeding environment by providing a food source that is highly appealing to ground-feeding birds and other small animals. Supports Wildlife Health: Our Red Milo seeds are rich in essential nutrients, helping to maintain the health, energy, and overall well-being of your wild visitors. Easy to Use: Simply scatter the seeds on the ground or use a platform feeder to attract and feed your local wildlife. Why Choose Elk Mound Seed? At Elk Mound Seed, we are committed to providing top-quality products that enhance your outdoor experiences and support local wildlife. Our dedication to quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction ensures that you receive only the best for your wildlife feeding needs. Transform your backyard into a haven for ground-feeding birds and wildlife with our Red Milo Seeds. Order today and enjoy the delightful array of animals that these nutritious seeds will attract!

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Certified MN Pearl Oats

Certified MN Pearl Oats

High-yielding white oat with superior groat percentage and excellent smut resistance. Why Choose Certified MN Pearl Oats MN Pearl is a high-performance, white-hulled oat variety developed through a joint breeding effort between the University of Minnesota and the University of Saskatchewan. It was officially released in 2019 and has since become a top choice for growers seeking excellent yield potential, robust disease resistance, and outstanding grain quality. With its pearly-white hull and high groat percentage, MN Pearl is particularly desirable for milling markets. Product Specifications Variety Release: 2019 Hull Type: White-hulled Height: Medium (comparable to Deon) Maturity: Late Groat Percentage: High Straw Strength: Strong Field Performance MN Pearl has proven itself in University of Minnesota field trials to be a late-maturing, high-yielding oat variety with strong agronomic performance. It delivers consistently high test weight and grain quality, while also maintaining sturdy straw that resists lodging. Defensive Strength This variety is noted for its well-rounded disease package. It offers: Moderate resistance to crown rust Excellent resistance to smut, continuing Minnesota’s legacy of varieties that do not require seed treatment for smut control Ideal Uses Milling: Thanks to its pearly-white hull and high groat content Feed: Reliable yield and quality also make it suitable for livestock rations

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Sorghum Sudangrass Seed

Sorghum Sudangrass Seed

Sweet Chow sorghum-sudangrass is a versatile and cost-effective option for forage production. This variety is known for its significant biomass output and ability to suppress annual weeds such as velvetleaf, crabgrass, and foxtail. Additionally, it thrives in warm-season conditions, making it an excellent choice for summer forage production. It has also demonstrated some nematode suppression capabilities.Benefits High Biomass Producer: Reaches 10-12 feet tall at full maturity, providing an excellent tonnage yield. Weed Suppression: Effectively suppresses annual weeds, contributing to healthier soil and crop conditions. Nematode Suppression: Shows some ability to suppress nematodes, benefiting subsequent crop health. Warm-Season Growth: Sweet Chow sorghum-sudangrass excels in warm temperatures, utilizing the summer heat to maximize growth and yield. High-Quality Forage: Produces an abundance of high-quality forage suitable for hay, grazing, or silage. Planting Instructions Seeding Rate: Sow seeds at 25-50 lbs/acre. Higher seeding rates will result in finer stems. Companion Crops: Buckwheat and cowpeas are excellent companion crops to enhance growth and soil health. Timing: Sow seeds directly into the soil after the last risk of frost for optimal growth and yield. Yield Tonnage: Yields range from 16-20 tons/acre, ensuring a substantial return on investment.Usage Forage Quality: For best quality, harvest at or before the boot stage. Suitable for hay, grazing, or silage, making it a versatile addition to any farm.Embrace the benefits of Sweet Chow sorghum-sudangrass for your forage needs, providing both high yields and excellent weed suppression capabilities. Its ability to thrive in warm-season conditions ensures robust growth and plentiful forage during the summer months.

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Farm seed

Horse Pasture Forage Seed Mix

Horse Pasture Forage Seed Mix

Elk Mound Seed's Horse Pasture Mix is specifically designed to meet the needs of horse pastures. This blend features a higher level of Kentucky Bluegrass, known for its ability to handle foot traffic while producing high-quality forage. This mix is carefully balanced to provide optimal nutrition and durability, ensuring a lush and resilient pasture that can withstand the demands of active horses.Recommended Use: Specifically designed for horse pastures Suitable for beef cattle and dry cows Seeding Rates:Seed this mix at 25 lbs/acrePlanting Range:Spring, late summerMixture Contains: 35% Kentucky Bluegrass: Offers exceptional durability and high nutritional value, ideal for withstanding foot traffic. It forms a dense turf that recovers well from grazing. 25% Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass: Provides rapid establishment, high yields, and excellent forage quality. It is highly digestible and palatable for horses. 15% Alfalfa: Adds high protein content and supports overall pasture quality. It is beneficial for horses due to its high nutrient density and ability to enhance soil fertility by fixing nitrogen. 15% Timothy: Enhances the mix with its high palatability and nutritional profile, making it a preferred forage for horses. 10% Orchardgrass: Adds resilience and improves growth in various conditions, contributing to the mix’s overall durability and forage quality. Benefits for Horses: This Horse Pasture Mix is designed to provide a balanced diet for horses, ensuring they receive essential nutrients such as protein, calcium, and energy from both grasses and legumes. Kentucky Bluegrass and Tetraploid Perennial Ryegrass offer high palatability and digestibility, which are crucial for horses' dietary preferences and health. Alfalfa and Timothy contribute to the nutritional profile, providing necessary vitamins and minerals. The mix is also designed to be traffic-tolerant, making it ideal for pastures that experience frequent use by active horses.This Horse Pasture Mix ensures a productive and sustainable solution for horse pastures, offering high-quality forage, reliable growth, and exceptional durability.

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