Profile
Selected for high forage yield with excellent winter hardiness and persistence. Sidewinder has a vigorous creeping root system with yields similar to tap root varieties.
Sidewinder is an excellent fit for the dryland pastures of Western Canada, but is a true multi-purpose variety that can be used for both pasture and hay. As the alfalfa stand ages, rhizomatous stems fill in the stand. Very good wheel traffic tolerance. Excellent winter survival delivers a long stand life under tough weather conditions. No known soil type or management limitations.
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Later maturity to flower which adds value to a grass blend
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Deep set crown with wheel traffic tolerance
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Excellent disease resistance package
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Multipurpose variety for forage hay or pasture
Resistance to diseases
| Bacterial Wilt |
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| Fusarium wilt |
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| Anthracnose |
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| Phytophthora root rot |
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| Aphanomyces (race 1) |
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| Verticillium wilt |
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| Aphanomyces (race 2) |
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Bacterial Wilt
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Fusarium wilt
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Anthracnose
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Phytophthora root rot
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Aphanomyces (race 1)
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Verticillium wilt
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Aphanomyces (race 2)
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Resistance to pests
| Stem nematodes |
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| Pea Aphid |
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| Blue Alfalfa Aphid |
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| Spotted Alfalfa Aphid |
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Stem nematodes
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Pea Aphid
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Blue Alfalfa Aphid
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Spotted Alfalfa Aphid
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Other features
| Root structure | Creeping |
| Fall Dormancy | 2.0 |
| Winterhardiness | 1.6 |
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.