Pasture mixes provide durable and productive grass blends ideal for farms and gardens focusing on forage quality and longevity. Designed for various grazing needs, these mixtures combine hardy grasses and legumes that tolerate close grazing, dry spells, and cold winters common in Estonian climates. Whether you manage cattle, sheep, or horses, selecting the right pasture mix ensures high-quality feed and soil coverage throughout the seasons.
Versatile and Resilient Pasture Solutions
The available pasture blends include robust options like the Forage Grass Mixture Grazemax and VersaMax, which offer excellent wear tolerance and persistency. These mixtures balance nutrition and durability, supporting intensive grazing or multiple harvests of silage or hay. Another popular choice is the Dotnuva 21 blend, featuring a mix of Lithuanian and Danish grasses with clover, suitable for mowing and grazing with reliable growth performance.
Key Features and Benefits
Winter-hardy and drought-tolerant species adapted to northern climates
High productivity supporting intensive or extensive pasture use
Good palatability and fiber content for healthy livestock nutrition
Suitable for multiple animal types including cattle, sheep, and horses
Mixes designed for permanent pastures and early cuts of forage
Seeding rates vary generally between 25 and 35 kg per hectare, depending on the mixture and pasture goals. Packaging sizes around 3 to 10 kg accommodate different plot sizes and farming scales. Multilingual packaging ensures clarity for Estonian customers and neighboring Baltic regions.
Tips for Best Results
Choose a mixture based on intended use: grazing intensity, forage harvesting, or mixed purposes.
Prepare soil well before sowing to ensure good seed-to-soil contact and germination.
Observe local climate patterns; sow early spring for optimal establishment before summer droughts.
Regularly monitor pasture condition to manage grazing pressure and maintain sward density.
Consider overseeding older pastures with fresh mixes to improve yield and resilience.
Pasture mixes are an essential component of sustainable livestock feeding and land management in Estonia. By selecting high-quality blends tailored to local conditions and animal needs, farmers and gardeners can enhance forage production and soil health. Explore our pasture mix selection for reliable, productive grass solutions to support your agricultural goals.Discover more about our seed categories to complement your pasture needs and optimize your farm or garden.
