4010 Peas

Farming Application

These 4010 Field Peas are an excellent choice for farmers looking to enhance forage production. Whether used for silage, baleage, or grain, they offer an outstanding source of protein to support livestock nutrition.

Why Choose 4010 Peas?

• High Forage Yields: Developed specifically for forage, the 4010 variety of Canadian pea delivers exceptional yields while maintaining standability.

• Harvest Efficiency: When planted in a mixture with small grains such as oats, barley, or triticale, the added support helps the peas stand upright, simplifying the harvest process.

• Versatile Crop Integration: These peas perform well in a mixture with small grains and can yield impressive amounts of silage. They also offer excellent weed suppression and can be followed by a sorghum-sudan millet double crop.

Seeding Recommendations:

• Seeding Rates:

  • 50-75 lbs/acre for peas

  • 50-75 lbs/acre for small grains

• Companion Crops: Often seeded alongside oats, barley, or triticale at 100-120 lbs/acre for the total weight of your mix of choice, with the option of including clover or alfalfa for extended forage production.

Post-Harvest Benefits:

Following harvest, the stand provides weed competition control and enables one to two alfalfa cuttings, boosting total forage output and land efficiency. Meanwhile adding nitrogen back into the soil.

Important Note:

The 4010 pea is a speckled variety designed for forage purposes and is not intended for grain harvest.

Packaging:

• Sold in 50 lb bags.

Food Plot Application

4010 Peas are a highly effective option for attracting deer and other wildlife to your food plot. Their protein-rich forage and palatable flavor make them an irresistible choice for wildlife management.

Why Choose 4010 Peas for Your Food Plot?

• High Attraction Value: Deer and other wildlife are naturally drawn to the tender, protein-packed foliage of 4010 Peas.

• Improved Standability: When planted with small grains such as oats, barley, or triticale, the peas gain structural support, ensuring better access for feeding wildlife.

• Nutritional Benefits: The high protein content supports deer during critical periods, such as antler growth and fawn development.

Planting Recommendations:

• Seeding Rates:

  • 100 lbs/acre for peas

• Mixture Suggestions: Blend with oats, barley, or rye for a good late season food plot

Plot Management Tips:

To maximize food plot success, consider planting in late summer or early fall to align with peak deer activity. The combination of 4010 Peas and small grains ensures a steady forage supply throughout the season, keeping wildlife returning to your plot.

 

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