AB Advantage Six Row Seed Barley | Dual-Purpose Feed & Forage | 1000 Kg. Mini Bulk

Premium Dual-Purpose Seed Barley for Feed & Forage Production

AB Advantage is a high-performing six-row feed barley specifically bred for dual-purpose versatility in western Canadian conditions. Featuring smooth awns for safer livestock handling, tall strong straw for superior forage yield, and excellent grain production, AB Advantage delivers outstanding performance whether you're producing feed grain, silage, greenfeed, or hay. With yields comparable to CDC Austenson plus 15 cm taller straw and superior lodging tolerance, AB Advantage is the versatile barley variety Canadian producers trust.

Key Performance Features:

• Dual-Purpose Versatility - Excellent for both feed grain and forage/silage production
• Smooth Awns - Safer for livestock handling and feeding
• High Grain Yield - 98% of CDC Austenson benchmark
• Superior Forage Yield - 102% of CDC Austenson for silage/greenfeed
• Tall Strong Straw - 15 cm taller than CDC Austenson for maximum biomass
• Excellent Lodging Tolerance - Strong straw stands up to wind and rain
• High Plump Kernel Percentage - Premium grain quality for feed markets

Smooth Awn Advantage:

• Smooth awns are safer and easier to handle than rough-awned varieties
• Reduces mouth and digestive tract irritation in livestock
• Safer for workers during harvest and handling
• Better palatability and acceptance by cattle
• Improved feed quality and livestock comfort
• Preferred by feedlots and livestock producers

Dual-Purpose Performance:

• Feed Grain Production: 98% grain yield of CDC Austenson with high plump kernel percentage
• Forage/Silage Production: 102% forage yield of CDC Austenson with superior biomass
• Flexible Harvest: Cut early for forage or mature for grain based on market conditions
• Risk Management: Dual options provide flexibility and reduce production risk
• Maximum Value: Choose the most profitable use for your operation

Superior Forage Characteristics:

• 102% forage yield compared to CDC Austenson benchmark
• Tall strong straw (15 cm taller) delivers maximum biomass
• Excellent for silage, greenfeed, and hay production
• Smooth awns improve palatability and livestock acceptance
• High energy and protein content for quality forage
• Ideal for dairy and beef operations needing quality roughage

Excellent Grain Quality

Tall Strong Straw Benefits:

• 15 cm taller than CDC Austenson for superior biomass production
• Strong straw provides excellent lodging tolerance
• Stands up to wind and rain for cleaner harvests
• Maximum forage yield from tall, vigorous plants
• Easier combining with less downtime and equipment wear
• Valuable straw for bedding or feed supplement

Lodging Tolerance

Versatile Applications:

• Feed Grain Production - High-quality feed barley for livestock rations
• Silage - Superior biomass and energy for dairy and beef silage
• Greenfeed - Excellent forage for emergency or supplemental feed
• Hay Production - Tall straw and smooth awns for quality barley hay
• Dual-Purpose Systems - Flexibility to produce grain or forage based on needs
• Straw Production - Valuable tall straw for bedding or feed

Ideal For:

• Dairy Operations - High-quality silage and feed grain for balanced rations
• Beef Producers - Versatile feed source for backgrounding and finishing
• Mixed Farms - Flexibility to produce grain or forage based on market conditions
• Feedlots - Smooth awn feed barley preferred by cattle
• Silage Producers - Superior forage yield and quality
• Western Canadian Growers - Specifically adapted to regional conditions

Agronomic Guidelines:

• Seeding Rate (Grain): 90-110 lbs per acre
• Seeding Rate (Forage): 100-130 lbs per acre for maximum biomass
• Planting Depth: 1-2 inches deep
• Best Timing: Early spring seeding as soon as soil can be worked
• Soil Requirements: Adapts to wide range of soil types; prefers well-drained
• Fertility: Responds well to nitrogen; moderate phosphorus needs

Harvest Timing:

• Silage/Greenfeed: Harvest at soft dough stage for optimal yield and quality
• Hay: Cut at boot to early heading stage for maximum quality
• Grain: Combine when grain moisture reaches 14-16%
• Flexibility: Dual-purpose nature allows harvest timing based on needs and markets

Western Canadian Adaptation:

• Specifically bred and tested for western Canadian conditions
• Proven performance in prairie climates
• Adapted to regional growing season and conditions
• Reliable results in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba
• Tested against CDC Austenson benchmark in local trials

Product Specifications:

• Variety: AB Advantage
• Type: Six-row feed/forage barley
• Awn Type: Smooth (livestock-safe)
• Grain Yield: 98% of CDC Austenson
• Forage Yield: 102% of CDC Austenson
• Straw Height: 15 cm taller than CDC Austenson
• Key Advantages: Dual-purpose + smooth awns + tall strong straw + lodging tolerance
• Best Use: Feed grain, silage, greenfeed, hay, dual-purpose systems

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