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CSS6/20 Two Year Sown Legume Fallow Mixture AB15
Use this mixture for Two Year Sown Legume Fallow AB15 (agreements beginning in 2020 or before):
- Recommended for schemes that began in or before 2020. For schemes in 2021 and onwards, see our CSS6/21 Two Year Sown Legume Fallow Mix
- Reduces flowering blackgrass and provides an abundant supply of sown pollen and nectar-rich flowers between early and late summer in year 3 and year 5 of the agreement.
- Suitable for Countryside Stewardship (CSS): AB15 GS8 SW1 SW2 SW3 SW4 WT1 WT2
- Contains: 66% Perennial Ryegrass, 15% Red Clover, 10% Vetch, 7% Birdsfoot Trefoil, 2% Common Knapweed
- Sowing rate: 30kg/ha. Pack size: 20kg
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Mixture Specification
66% Perennial Ryegrass
15% Red Clover
10% Common Vetch
7% Crimson Clover
2% Common Knapweed
Sowing & Establishment
COUNTRYSIDE STEWARDSHIP AB15 - TWO YEAR SOWN LEGUME FALLOW
What To Sow
In the first year of the agreement, establish a seed mix containing at least 6 flowering species and retain it for 2 years before re-establishing. Grasses such as cocksfoot, perennial ryegrass and timothy can also be used to help smother blackgrass and other competitive weeds.
Where To Sow
Plan this agreement into the rotation in which whole or parts of fields can be used. Spread the legume fallow plots widely across the farm to help connect insects with other farm habitats. This option works best in areas where blackgrass germinates after cultivation in the autumn.
How To Sow
Broadcast the seed when the soil is warm and moist as soon as possible after harvest in years 1 and 3 of the agreement. - it is best sown before the end of August. Ensure the area is rolled after sowing to ensure good seed-to-soil contact.
Information in this article is given in good faith but should not be seen as a substitute for complete guidance issued at www.gov.uk/countryside-stewardship-grants. Don’t hesitate to get in touch for further information.
Maintenance
COUNTRYSIDE STEWARDSHIP AB15 - TWO YEAR SOWN LEGUME FALLOW
Maintenance and Management
To prevent blackgrass heading, the mix will be cut at least twice during the first 12 months after sowing - between 1st March and 31st October. In the second year after establishing the seed mix, cut the area between 1st March and 15th May to help control blackgrass populations.
This option does not permit the use of grazing, conserving forage or using fertilisers and sprays.
Records and Evidence
Keep records as evidence of establishment and maintenance such as, but not limited to, the list below:
- Seed invoices
- Field operations at parcel level
- Contractor invoices
- Records of grazing activity
- Photographs of the established seed mix
Information in this article is given in good faith but should not be seen as a substitute for complete guidance issued at www.gov.uk/countryside-stewardship-grants. Don’t hesitate to get in touch for further information.
