Utilise SF Sultan benefits this autumn
15 February 2013
Throughout New Zealand, annual ryegrasses are used extensively as they are quick establishing and a reliable source of feed during the winter and spring. Find out more »
SF Greenly new generation cocksfoot not like varieties of old
14 February 2013
Cocksfoot as a species has Find out more »
Utilise SF Finesse Q tall fescues benefits on your farm
13 February 2013
Throughout the South Island, many farmers have noted some of their perennial ryegrass paddocks have Find out more »
Thorough planning and good advice pays off
11 February 2013
Farmers should be thinking toward their autumn pasture renewal options now. There is a lot more to pastoral Find out more »
Choose a genetically robust perennial ryegrass
9 February 2013
When selecting an appropriate perennial ryegrass for your environment, there are a number of key factors Find out more »
Win an iPad with SF Stellar
1 February 2013
This autumn, simply by purchasing SF Stellar perennial ryegrass could get you into the draw to win an Apple iPad with Seed Force. Find out more »
Seed Force proud sponsor of the Pasture Renewal Charitable Trust
18 December 2012
The Pasture Renewal Charitable Trust (PRCT) is an independent entity working to increase the rate of pasture renewal in New Zealand. Find out more »
SF Force 4 proven over thousands of hectares
18 October 2012
Lucerne seems to be the word on everyones lips and its easy to see why. For many farmers lucerne is proving to be a valuable asset on their farms. Seed Forces James White explains... Find out more »
Seed Force continues to 'back black'... are you?
1 October 2012
Following on from the success of its 2011 brassica promotion Backing Black, Seed Force is running a similar competition for farmers this year. Find out more »
Use well tested and proven forage brassica varieties this spring
12 September 2012
When selecting a forage brassica to sow this spring, Seed Force has a variety to suit. Seed Forces James White explains...We are part of one of the few Find out more »
Seed Force has the beet varieties and the advice
12 September 2012
With the exponential growth of fodder beet in the New Zealand market comes another key variety from the fodder beet specialists; Seed Force. Following on from New Zealands number one fodder beet variety Find out more »
Seed Force has a kale type to suit
12 September 2012
Forage kales play a major role in many farmers winter feed programmes and when used correctly can ultimately lead to improved productivity. There are a number of key points to consider before choosing a suitable variety Find out more »
If looking to harvest fodder beet, talk to the specialists
12 September 2012
Since fodder beets recent introduction back into the New Zealand farming system the crops benefits have been proven across the country. In the first few years the beet was largely used for winter feed and grazed in-situ. However Find out more »
If looking to grow fodder beet, talk to the specialists
12 September 2012
Since fodder beets recent introduction back into the New Zealand farming system the crops benefits have been well proven. Its use has grown significantly and the market is expanding with the arrival of mechanical beet harvesters Find out more »
Seed Force appointment chance to help farmers
19 July 2012
Farmers in the northern half of the South Island have much to gain from the knowledge and experience of newly appointed Seed Force Territory Manager Nick Appelman. Find out more »
Use the latest forage triticale technology this spring.
19 July 2012
Forage triticale is a versatile cereal which is a cross between wheat and ryecorn. This season Luisetti seeds offers its growers the latest in forage triticale technology with SF Bolt. Find out more »
Planning and good advice critical in successful pasture renewal
19 July 2012
There is a lot more to pastoral renewal than just purchasing the seed. The process is complex and involves a number of important factors Find out more »
Seed Force has the forage portfolio when it comes to spring options
19 July 2012
For many farmers, forage brassicas have a significant role to play in their farming system. Find out more »
Brigadier fodder beet delivers higher than predicted weight gains
15 March 2012
Craigmore Station in South Canterbury put its deer and cattle on Seed Force Brigadier fodder beet over the winter and achieved weight gains that Find out more »
Win a unique rally and rugby experience!
29 February 2012
By simply purchasing Seed Force products this autumn you could end up winning a unique rally and rugby experience with us during 2012. Find out more »
Seed Force array delivers high DM, flat lactation curves
15 February 2012
Willie and Sharon Muir have achieved a high milk production rate and flat lactation curve on their Southland farm due in part to their use of several Seed Force products. Find out more »
Seed Force fescue and clover boost productivity at Omarama Station
15 February 2012
Seed Force tall fescue and red clover are helping extend the growing season at Omarama Station, and at the same time they are putting valuable nutrients Find out more »
Make sure you select a true perennial ryegrass
15 February 2012
For the last couple of years farmer concerns being voiced regarding pasture persistence have increased markedly. Find out more »
Building Dryland Resilience, Without Perennial Ryegrass.
12 December 2011
Recently we have seen a lot of media attention associated with pastures failing to persist, the issues around this, and its causes. Pests, disease, droughts and lack of soil fertility can all play a part. Find out more »
Seed Force offers full range of kales
9 December 2011
Seed Force proudly offers growers three proprietary forage kale options that will suit a range of requirements. Find out more »
The role of rural contractors in improving pasture productivity
12 August 2011
In New Zealand we rely on fodder systems to drive our animal production yet currently only around four percent of available land is re-sown annually. Find out more »
Fodder Beet
7 July 2011
With winter upon us the feeding of fodder beet crops is well under way. Seed Force has produced a grazing guide for fodder beet to help farmers with the key points to help them get the best from their crops. Find out more »
Plant breeders have a new weapon
15 April 2011
Plant breeders have a new weapon in the war against the illegal use of seeds and they intend stepping up their campaign against those who are stealing millions of dollars from breeders. Find out more »
On Farm Results
23 March 2011
Seed Forces products are widely used throughout New Zealand with multiple success stories of their performance and how their quality and production help lift farm productivity. The final link in the chain of delivering quality proprietary cultivars is the farmer... Find out more »
Fodder Beet
22 March 2011
With recent rains across a lot of New Zealand the many SF Brigadier paddocks around the country are looking exceptional. This is the time of year that fodder beet growers can relax as the busy time of inputs for the crop is behind them. Find out more »
Seed Force Rally Car
18 November 2010
The Seed Force rally car with upcoming star Ben Jagger had an exciting first year in the team's first year in the top level of New Zealand rallying; group N 4WD. Ben and his co driver Ben Hawkins finished a commendable 13th overall for the 2010 championship season against New Zealand's best rally stars. Find out more »
Fodder Beet
17 November 2010
Most farms now have their fodder beet planted for the season, with many crops up and growing rapidly with the favorable weather conditions. We have been receiving good feedback from the precision planters about the quality of the SF Brigadier seed and its ease of sowing. Find out more »
SF Force 4 performing in tough environments
16 November 2010
It seems lucerne is really making a comeback in New Zealand pastoral farming and a variety you will keep hearing about is SF Force 4. Find out more »
Staff Profiles
15 November 2010
Seed Force has recently appointed David Walsh to the position of Forage Specialist who will cover the central South Island - from North Otago through to Ashburton and Nelson/Marlborough, including the West Coast. Find out more »
