Thanks to advanced science and the outstanding University of Florida breeding program, your growing season is now longer than ever. UF-Riata is a purebred diploid bahiagrass that features improved cold tolerance and a growing season that extends well into the spring and fall months, when days are shorter and temperatures are lower. It also exhibits excellent stand establishment and seedling vigor.
The highest yielding bahiagrass on the market, UF-Riata can be planted farther North than other varieties. This variey is bred to start early in the Spring and go late into the Fall. Because it grows from frost to frost, it gives superior yields in the summer months compared to other varieties. UF-Riata is not as photosensitive to short daylight periods as other varieties — so when the days are short in the Spring and Fall, UF-Riata will still activelygrow. This gives you higher yields for a longer period of time and extra grazing or hay cuttings throughout the year.
If you demand the best from your bahiagrass, get UF-Riata now, available exclusively from Ragan & Massey.
You must sign and return our Purchase Agreement to complete your UF-Riata purchase.
Specifications
Seed Species: Bahiagrass
Coverage Area: 2.5 acres
Mature Height: 24 inches
Where to use:
Use in the southeastern US to establish a new pasture.
When to use:
For best results, plant in early spring, until summer.
How to use:
For best results, plant in a well-prepared bed.
Plant seeds no deeper than 1/2 inch deep
Adequate moisture is required for proper germination
Lime according to soil test and fertilize periodically with high nitrogen fertilizer
Grazing crop residues (especially after harvest of corn or grain sorghum) can routinely be used to provide a substantial number of days of grazing for beef cattle, but can be especially valuable in years when pasture and hay production have been less-than-optimum. This option becomes even more attractive if grassed [...]
During a discussion of the economics of forage-livestock production, the point will usually be made that stored feed (predominately hay) should be a major consideration. It is a fact that feeding animals during times when pasture forage is not available is typically the greatest expense associated with production of grazing [...]
Once a forage-livestock producer has decided to plant a given forage species, he or she will usually find there are several varieties of which seed is available. So how should a person go about deciding which variety to plant? Advice from friends, neighbors, and respected advisors can be helpful, but [...]
Numerous management factors can have an impact on the economics of beef production, as well as on other livestock enterprises. Every farm is different, so the relevance of a given issue to a particular farm varies. However, a management approach that typically is of great economic value often interacts with [...]
The most expensive aspect of raising livestock is providing feed for them. In general, pasture forage is less expensive than hay or other stored feed, including hay. Here is a concise review of the major options for reducing stored feed. Use Cool Season and Warm Season Forages On some [...]
By submitting this form, you consent to receive emails from Ragan & Massey. We respect your privacy and will never share your information. You can unsubscribe at any time by using the link at the bottom of our emails.
Thank you for signing up!
You are on your way to getting the job done right for less! Use code: SUMMER22 for 10% off of your first purchase.
