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This is a synthetic variety that has been selected from multiple high performing parent plants in Wisconsin. Robust’s special breeding allows for the winterhardiness of a fall dormancy 2, while maintaining the growth, yield and feed values typical of higher dormancy alfalfas. This  makes Robust the ideal performer in Western Canada.

  • Multifoliate with high leaf stem ratio
  • High forage dry matter yield and RFV
  • Vigorous roots
  • Dense crowns

Resistance to diseases

Bacterial Wilt
+ + +
Fusarium wilt
+ + +
Anthracnose
+ + +
Phytophthora root rot
+ + +
Aphanomyces (race 1)
+ + +
Verticillium wilt
+ + +
Bacterial Wilt
+ + +
Fusarium wilt
+ + +
Anthracnose
+ + +
Phytophthora root rot
+ + +
Aphanomyces (race 1)
+ + +
Verticillium wilt
+ + +

Resistance to pests

Stem nematodes
+ +
Pea Aphid
+ + +
Root Knot Nematode
+ + +
Blue Alfalfa Aphid
+ +
Spotted Alfalfa Aphid
+ +
Stem nematodes
+ +
Pea Aphid
+ + +
Root Knot Nematode
+ + +
Blue Alfalfa Aphid
+ +
Spotted Alfalfa Aphid
+ +
Other features
Root structureTap
Fall Dormancy2.0
Winterhardiness1.5

All specified informations, recommendations and representations mentioned here are made to the best of our knowledge and belief, but without guarantee of completeness or accuracy. We cannot guarantee that the properties described are repeatable. All information is provided as an aid to decision-making. Deutsche Saatveredelung AG excludes adhesion for damage or claims for damages, resulting of the use for the variety specified in this description. Mixture compositions may change if individual varieties are not available. As of 12/2024. Subject to change without notice.