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Buckwheat Seed

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Quantity Price / lb
1 - 49 $1.54
50 - 1000 $1.24

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Type

Warm Season Annual

Growing Season

Summer

Planting Dates

Plant after Frost-Free Date

Height

2 to 4 feet

Seeding Rate

50 lbs per acre

Buckwheat seed serves as the perfect summer annual to fill in during traditional forage production slumps when cool-season species decline in hot weather. This fast-growing crop establishes quickly from spring plantings after the frost-free date and delivers exceptionally high production with outstanding palatability that livestock readily consume. The versatility of buckwheat seed allows for both spring and fall plantings, provided you allow at least 45 days before killing frost for fall establishments. Its rapid growth cycle and high yield potential make it a great choice for filling seasonal forage gaps.

Quantity Price / lb
1 - 49 $1.54
50 - 1000 $1.24

Key Features of Buckwheat Seed

Summer annual that fills traditional summer production slumps
Delivers very high forage production per acre
Extremely palatable to livestock and wildlife
Fast-growing crop that matures in 70-90 days
Excellent cover crop that suppresses weeds naturally
Valuable nectar source that attracts pollinators and beneficial insects
For Fall planting do 45 days before a killing frost

Additional Information

UsageCover Crop, Food Plot, Pollinator Friendly, Soil Improvement
Seeding Depth1/2 to 1 inch
Seed TreatmentRaw
Inoculation StatusN/A
ClassificationNon-GMO

For farmers who need to quickly solve a forage problem or recover from a failed planting, buckwheat seed offers some real flexibility. We’ve found that this seed is an especially useful option for marginal ground or emergency plantings, as it can still produce quality forage in tough soil conditions. The crop’s shallow root system and quick decomposition after termination leave the soil in excellent condition for following crops, while its weed suppression qualities help clean up problem fields without chemical inputs.