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Laredo Forage Type Soybean – “Hay Bean” growing in field with close up view of soybeans
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Laredo Forage Type Soybean – Hay Bean 50 lb

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Type

Summer Annual Legume

Growing Season

Summer
Fall

Planting Dates

May to June

Height

4 feet

Seeding Rate

60 lbs per acre
Plant 50 Lbs with 10 lbs Millet

Laredo forage type soybeans deliver exceptional protein-rich hay that dairy farmers prize above all other legume options. These distinctive black-seeded plants grow into bushy, upright specimens reaching 4 feet tall, producing dense foliage perfect for high-quality hay production. Unlike oil-type varieties, these soybeans focus entirely on vegetative growth, creating abundant biomass that wildlife and livestock find irresistible.

Key Features of Laredo Forage Type Soybean

Black bean variety specifically bred for forage rather than oil production
Not suitable for cash grain crops due to forage-focused genetics
Rated as the most desirable hay for dairies because of superior protein content
Outstanding choice for deer food plots and wildlife management
Builds soil nitrogen naturally, contributing 40 pounds per acre annually
Summer annual legume with excellent heat tolerance
Produces dense canopy that naturally suppresses competing weeds
Thrives in well-drained soils with optimal pH between 6.0 and 6.8
Plant alongside 10 pounds of millet per acre for enhanced forage mix
Requires inoculation for proper establishment and nitrogen fixation

Additional Information

UsageHay, Forage, Food Plot, Nitrogen Producer
Seeding Depth1 to 2 inch
Seed TreatmentRaw
Inoculation StatusRecommended - Purchase Separately
ClassificationNon-GMO

Livestock producers consistently choose Laredo over other summer legumes because of its remarkable ability to maintain protein levels throughout the growing season. The photoperiod-sensitive nature means these plants respond to day length changes, allowing for strategic harvest timing based on your specific nutritional needs. Plant from May through June at 50 pounds per acre to establish stands that will provide multiple cutting opportunities while simultaneously improving soil fertility for your next crop rotation.

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