Ryegrass

It is a very important fodder of winter season, having high nutritious value. It is used in both fresh and dry form. It can also tolerate soil salinity. Due to good nutritious value it is very beneficial for milch animals.

Fodder Research Institute, Sargodha

 

Sr. No.

Variety Name

Year of Release

Sowing Time

Potential Yield
(Maund/Acre)

Recommended Areas

        Salient Features

1

RG-1

2011

Mid November

607

Sargodha, Sahiwal, Okara, Faisalbad, Gujrat, Gujranwala, M.B.Din, Sheikhupura, Sialkot

  • It is multicut in nature with more No. of tillers capacity
  • It is better in quality and has more protein. It gives 70 t/ha green fodder yield