Alfalfa

X-Force 5400™

Race horse variety with exceptional yield
Very good forage quality when managed aggressively
Excellent 35/35 disease package
Performs exceptionally well over a wide range of environments
Superior winter survival
High resistance to Aphanomyces Race 2

X-Force 5400 Alfalfa is a cutting-edge variety specifically bred for exceptional yields and impressive forage quality when managed aggressively. It boasts superior winter survival and consistent performance even in challenging climates.

Performance

Fall Dormancy	4.0
Winter Survival	1.8
Disease Rating Index	35/35
StandFast FastGrowth	2.04 cm/day
Cutting System	3–5
Root Type	Tap
Growth Habit, Spring	Semi-Erect
Multifoliate Leaf Expression	Low, >38%
Approx. Seeds/Lb.	227,000
Seeding Rate – Alone/New	18–25 lbs/acre
Seeding Rate – Mixes	8–12 lbs/acre

Pest Resistance Ratings

% Resistant Plants	Resistance Class	Class Abbreviation
0–5%	Susceptible	S
6–14%	Low Resistance	LR
15–30%	Moderate Resistance	MR
31–50%	Resistant	R
>50%	High Resistance	HR

Disease & Pest Resistance

Rating Scale

HR R MR LR S

Diseases

Bacterial Wilt

Fusarium Wilt

Verticillium Wilt

Anthracnose – Race 1

Aphanomyces Root Rot – Race 1

Aphanomyces Root Rot – Race 2

Phytophthora Root Rot

Insects

Pea Aphid

Nematodes

Stem Nematode

HR High Resistance · R Resistant · MR Moderate Resistance · LR Low Resistance · S Susceptible

Agronomic ratings are based on average performance between Alforex varieties. Unless stated, ratings are based on standardized testing procedures endorsed by the North American Alfalfa Improvement Conference.

StandFast FastGrowth ratings are calculated by Alforex Seeds from weekly measurement of varieties grown side-by-side from green-up to harvest through the growing season, expressed as average centimeters growth per day: >2.20 Very Fast, >2.00 Fast, >1.80 Average, >1.60 Slow, <1.60 Very Slow.