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Mid-Contract Management Forb Mix

Forb-only interseed mix for CRP mid-contract management.

USDA CRP contracts often require a mid-contract management action — commonly interseeding forbs into a grass-dominated stand. Our mid-contract forb mix is a diverse forb-only blend built specifically for that interseed pass.

At a glance

Seeding rate
3–5 lbs PLS/acre as an interseed
Coverage / sizes
Sold by the pound and by the acre
When to plant
Frost seed February–March, or dormant seed onto a burned surface in late fall.
Site fit
Existing CRP grass stands.

Highlights

  • Forb-only — no grass
  • Meets typical CRP mid-contract interseed spec
  • Diverse species list for bloom coverage
  • Ideal after a prescribed burn or light disking

Common use cases

  • CRP mid-contract management
  • Enriching a thin-forb prairie stand

FAQ

How do I get good seed-to-soil contact for an interseed?

Burn or lightly disc the stand first, then frost seed onto the exposed surface. Good contact is what makes an interseed take.

Ready to order or need a custom blend?

Tell us your acres, county, and CRP practice — we'll put together a quote tuned to your seeding sheet.

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