World SeedSowing forage seed in United Kingdom
A reference for growers, dairies and importers in United Kingdom: the species that perform in your climate, when to sow, seed rates per hectare, and the seed standards to demand from any supplier.
Species suited to United Kingdom
Selected from what United Kingdom growers import and what performs in comparable climates. Each links to the full variety page.
Sowing and harvest windows
| Species | Sowing window | First cut / harvest |
|---|---|---|
| Sprouting Alfalfa Seed (food grade) | n/a (sprouting) | Sprouts 5–7 days |
| Fenugreek Seed | Oct–Nov | Green 30–40 days; seed 120–140 days |
| Cress (Garden Cress / Halim) Seed | Oct–Feb | Greens 25–35 days; seed 90–110 days |
Seed rates and depth
| Species | Seed rate kg/ha | Depth cm | Purity / germination |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sprouting Alfalfa Seed (food grade) | n/a | n/a | 99.5% min / 90% min |
| Fenugreek Seed | 20–25 | 1–2 | 99% min / 85% min (sowing grade) |
| Cress (Garden Cress / Halim) Seed | 8–10 | 0.5–1 | 99% min / 90% min |
Seed standards to demand
Ask any supplier for an ISTA-format report showing purity, germination, moisture and other crop seed. Reject alfalfa with any dodder (Cuscuta) seed.
Importing seed into United Kingdom
APHA / DEFRA requires Phytosanitary certificate, Certificate of origin, IPAFFS pre-notification. Discharge at Felixstowe, Southampton; transit from Karachi 22–26 days sea.
- Phytosanitary certificate
- Certificate of origin
- IPAFFS pre-notification
Where to source
The varieties above are produced and tested by Kohenoor International in Sindh, Pakistan, and exported worldwide. seedsexporter.com/markets/gb
Frequently asked questions
What is the best forage seed for United Kingdom?
It depends on season and irrigation: alfalfa and Rhodes grass for irrigated year-round systems, berseem and Persian clover for cool-season, sorghum and pearl millet for hot summers. See the species list above.
When should I sow alfalfa in United Kingdom?
In the cool season when soil is 10–25 °C, usually the autumn window shown in the calendar above.
How many kg of seed per hectare?
Alfalfa 20–25 kg/ha, berseem 25–30, Rhodes grass 8–10, sorghum 25–30 (forage), pearl millet 8–10. Full table above.
What seed standards should I demand?
Purity 99 %, germination 85 % minimum, moisture under 10 %, zero dodder, with an ISTA-format test report.
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