THE FAMOUS BRACHIARIA GRASS

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THE FAMOUS BRACHIARIA GRASS (MULATO II HYBRID GRASS)
  • Mulato II hybrid brachiaria is a perennial grass used to improve beef and milk production in tropical and subtropical regions. 
  • It is recommended for regions with acid soils of medium and low fertility, prolonged periods of summer drought & high summer temperatures. 
 

Main Characteristics


Commercial name

Mulato II grass
Scientific name

Brachiaria ruziziensis x B. decumbens xB. brizantha cv. Mulato II
uses

 Grazing, hay, silage, cut and carry system
Palatability

High
Digestibility

High
Protein potential

Up to 18%
Tolerance to water logging
poor

Tolerance to drought

good
Planting density

8–10 kg/ha; zero tillage, 2.5 - 3 Kg/Acre
Days to first grazing/cut after germination
70-80 days on average
Time in rotation / Regrowth Period

45 - 50 days
Minimum height for animals to exit the paddock

25 cm
Soil fertility requirement
Intermediate to high
Adaptation in m above sea level
0–1200 m above sea level
Adaptability to soils with acid pH

High
Resistance to spittle bug attack
High
Spacing
50 cm between rows
Planting Depth
 1 - 2 cm


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