To evaluate sub clover varities in a cropping system.
Key messages
Antas Sub clover (bracycanium type) grew significantly more DMthan all other sub clovers, ( 7.94t/ha at Conmurra) an increase of 80% over standard Trikkala Sub Clover.
The morebiomass you grow, the more nitrogen you fix. Using rules of thumb (25kg/ha N per 1t DM)
Generally speaking earlier flowring varieties will grow more dry matter early, while later flowering will make most of late rains. In practice, a spread or mix of flowering dates may be prudent in a paddock situation.
More work required to show possible yields, both as monocultures and as mixes for rotational options.
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Climate
Derived climate information
No observed climate data available for this trial. Derived climate data is
determined from trial site location and national weather sources.
Conmurra VIC
Frances VIC
Conmurra VIC
Frances VIC
SILO weather estimates sourced from https://www.longpaddock.qld.gov.au/silo/
Jeffrey, S.J., Carter, J.O., Moodie, K.B. and Beswick, A.R. (2001). Using spatial interpolation to
construct a comprehensive archive of Australian climate data , Environmental Modelling and Software, Vol
16/4, pp 309-330. DOI: 10.1016/S1364-8152(01)00008-1.
