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Note: Saxon Diploid Ryegrass is only available through Wesco as part of a custom pasture mix and cannot be purchased as a standalone product.
DENSELY TILLARED HIGH PREFORMING RYEGRASS
Saxon is a traditional-style diploid perennial ryegrass renowned for its density, persistence, and reliability under New Zealand conditions. Saxon delivers excellent early spring growth, strong sward structure, and long-term durability under regular grazing.
This hardy, proven variety forms the foundation of many of Wesco’s most dependable pasture mixes, offering exceptional persistence and resilience in both dryland and higher rainfall systems.
| Persistence | 5+ Years |
|---|---|
| endophyte | High Endophyte, Nil Endophyte |
| Sowing rate |
23-27kg per hectare |
| heading date | Plus 3 Days |
| Best used for | Grazing |
- Older well proven ryegrass.
- Does not pull even in peat.
Nui is one of the most widely sown perennial ryegrass cultivars in New Zealand. It is valued for its reliable performance, good persistence, and adaptability across a broad range of soil and climatic conditions.
| Persistence | 5+ Years |
|---|---|
| endophyte | High, Nil |
| Sowing rate | 25-30kg per hectare |
| heading date | Early |
| Best used for | Grazing, Hay, Silage |
- Proven reliability: Nui is a safe choice when you need a dependable pasture foundation rather than a specialised high-performance cultivar.
- Versatile across soil types and climatic zones in NZ.
- Cost-effective: As a widely adopted cultivar, seed and input costs tend to be reasonable and risk low.
- Good compatibility: Works well with clovers and herbs in mixed pastures, for farmers wanting a balanced base rather than maximum yield only.
OCP Perennial Ryegrass, also known as Old Canterbury Perennial, is a heritage New Zealand ryegrass variety derived from breeding lines first established in the 1950s. It is recognised for its rugged persistence, hard-grazing tolerance, and adaptability to lower fertility soils.
Although an older cultivar, OCP continues to perform reliably in challenging conditions where more modern, high-input ryegrasses may not persist. Its high endophyte expression provides strong insect protection and pasture resilience, making it well-suited for traditional sheep and beef systems across a wide range of environments.
| Persistence | 5+ Years |
|---|---|
| endophyte | High, Nil |
| Sowing rate | 25-30kg per hectare |
| heading date | Early |
| Best used for | Grazing, Hay, Silage |
- Reliable production in low-input or extensive grazing systems.
- Long-term persistence under hard grazing or set-stocking.
- Reduced management requirements compared with newer, high-fertility cultivars.
- Ideal for farmers seeking a tough, proven ryegrass for dryland or less intensive pasture systems.
Stamina is a older well tested perennial ryegrass which is know for strong establishment, persistence and rust tolerance
| Persistence | 5+ Years |
|---|---|
| endophyte | High, Nil |
| Sowing rate | 25-30kg per hectare |
| heading date | Early |
| Best used for | Grazing, Hay, Silage |
- Excellent rust tolerance good early spring growth.
- Versatile across soil types and climatic zones in NZ.
- Good compatibility with clover and mixed-pasture systems, enabling flexibility in pasture design.
Rohan Perennial Ryegrass is a spreading-type perennial ryegrass cultivar developed in New Zealand, designed especially for sheep and beef/hill-country systems. It features a unique spreading habit (fills bare areas) and is noted for high persistence, low maintenance, and good palatability.
| Persistence | 5 Years |
|---|---|
| endophyte | NEA2, Nil |
| Sowing rate | 25-30kg per hectare |
| heading date | Late |
| Best used for | Grazing, Hay, Silage |
- Spreading growth habit: Actively spreads to fill bare patches, improving ground cover and long-term sward density.
- Fine, dense tillering: Creates a soft, palatable pasture ideal for sheep and beef systems.
- Late-heading (+16 days): Extends the leafy feed period into late spring and early summer.
- High persistence: Performs well in dry, hill-country, or challenging soil conditions.
- Low staggers risk: NEA2 endophyte maintains animal safety without compromising pest protection.
- Adaptable performance: Suitable for both rotational and set-stocked grazing systems.
Maxsyn Perennial Ryegrass is a mid- to late-heading diploid perennial ryegrass bred in New Zealand by Barenbrug for superior persistence, high-quality feed, and excellent seasonal balance. It features either the NEA4 or NEA12 endophyte, delivering excellent insect protection while maintaining strong animal safety. With its dense tillering and robust root structure, Maxsyn provides reliable performance under both intensive and extensive grazing systems.
| Persistence | 5+ Years |
|---|---|
| endophyte | NEA4, NEA12, Nil |
| Sowing rate | 25-30kg per hectare |
| heading date | Mid |
| Best used for | Grazing, Hay, Silage |
- Reliable, high-quality feed for dairy, sheep, and beef systems.
- Long-term persistence under heavy grazing pressure.
- Excellent palatability and digestibility for high animal performance.
- Maintains strong growth through variable conditions.
Array Perennial Ryegrass is a late-heading diploid ryegrass developed for high-quality feed and reliable persistence under New Zealand conditions. It combines excellent yield potential with a dense, fine-leaved sward structure, making it ideal for intensive grazing systems. With the inclusion of the NEA2 endophyte, Array offers balanced insect protection and dependable performance in a variety of soil types and climates.
| Persistence | 5+ Years |
|---|---|
| endophyte | NEA2, Nill |
| Sowing rate | 25-30kg per hectare |
| heading date | Late |
| Best used for | Grazing, Hay, Silage |
- High-quality feed for improved animal performance and weight gain.
- Outstanding persistence under both rotational and set-stocking systems.
- Reliable year-round production with excellent spring and autumn growth.
- Dense sward structure for weed suppression and clover compatibility.
- Ideal for dairy, sheep, and beef systems seeking longevity and resilience.
Prospect Perennial Ryegrass is a mid- to late-heading diploid ryegrass bred in New Zealand for strong persistence, excellent feed quality, and animal performance. It’s designed to deliver reliable growth across all seasons and perform under a wide range of management systems. With its AR37 endophyte, Prospect provides strong insect protection and exceptional pasture longevity.
| Persistence | 5+ Years |
|---|---|
| endophyte | AR37, AR1 |
| Sowing rate | 25-30kg per hectare |
| heading date | Mid |
| Best used for | Grazing, Hay, Silage |
- Mid-late heading diploid: Combines quality and production across key grazing periods.
- High tiller density: Excellent sward strength and resilience under grazing pressure.
- Outstanding feed quality: High digestibility and metabolisable energy (ME) for improved animal performance.
- Proven persistence: Performs exceptionally well across a range of soil types and climates.
- Strong rust resistance: Maintains leaf quality in humid conditions.
Legion Perennial Ryegrass is a late-heading diploid ryegrass renowned for its balance of persistence, feed quality, and adaptability. It features the trusted AR37 endophyte, which provides superior insect protection and ensures long-term performance under challenging New Zealand grazing conditions. Legion is well known as an all-round performer with excellent seasonal growth and high rust tolerance, making it a reliable choice for dairy, sheep, and beef systems.
| Persistence | 5+ Years |
|---|---|
| endophyte | AR37, AR1, Nil |
| Sowing rate | 25-30kg per hectare |
| heading date | Late |
| Best used for | Grazing, Hay, Silage |
- AR37 endophyte: Offers excellent insect protection, including against Argentine stem weevil and black beetle, while maintaining animal safety.
- High rust tolerance: Consistent leaf quality through humid conditions.
- Excellent all-round growth: Balanced performance in summer, winter, and autumn.
- Fine-leaved, dense tillering type: Forms a durable, persistent sward ideal for intensive grazing.
It features strong autumn and summer leaf production, and is bred with AR37 endophyte for improved insect resistance.
| Persistence | 5+ Years |
|---|---|
| endophyte | AR37, AR1 |
| Sowing rate | 25-30kg per hectare |
| heading date | Late |
| Best used for | Grazing, Hay, Silage |
- Provides sustained leafy feed into late spring and early summer.
- Suitable for dairy, sheep, beef and deer systems looking for longevity and robust performance.
- Good foundation grass for pasture mixes, especially where persistence under grazing pressure is required.
One50 Perennial Ryegrass is a late-heading diploid ryegrass bred for exceptional yield, persistence, and animal performance. It’s one of New Zealand’s most trusted perennial ryegrasses, well known for its strong seasonal growth. One50 remains leafy and palatable late into the season, making it a reliable choice for all livestock systems.
| Persistence | 5+ Years |
|---|---|
| endophyte | AR37, AR1, Nil Endophyte |
| Sowing rate | 25-30kg per hectare |
| heading date | Late |
| Best used for | Grazing, Hay, Silage |
- Late-Heading Diploid: Extends the vegetative period for leafy, digestible feed into summer.
- High Yielding: Excellent annual dry matter production under rotational grazing.
- Strong Persistence: Well proven across a range of soil types and climates.
- Dense Tillering: Creates a robust sward structure that suppresses weeds and supports clover establishment.
- Endophyte Protection: Commonly available with AR37 endophyte for superior insect protection and persistence.
Matrix is a late-heading, high-performance diploid perennial ryegrass renowned for its exceptional palatability, strong persistence, and high feed quality. Bred in New Zealand for New Zealand conditions, Matrix offers excellent year-round production and suits intensive sheep, beef, and dairy systems.
| Persistence | 5+ Years |
|---|---|
| endophyte | High Endophyte |
| Sowing rate | 25-30kg per hectare |
| heading date | Late |
| Best used for | Grazing, Hay, Silage |
- Late-heading diploid: Maintains leafy feed quality later into the season.
- High Density and Persistence: Dense tillering habit ensures excellent ground cover and long pasture life.
- Excellent Palatability: Stock show strong preference for Matrix due to its fine leaf and soft texture.
- Good Disease Resistance: Performs well against common ryegrass diseases including crown rust.
- Strong Year-Round Growth: Proven productivity in both winter and summer.
Stampede Perennial Ryegrass is a premium late-heading diploid ryegrass bred from Matrix, One50, and Prospect. It combines exceptional feed quality with excellent persistence and rust resistance, making it a proven performer in both dairy and livestock finishing systems. Its CM142 endophyte provides superior animal safety, reducing the risk of ryegrass staggers or heat stress while maintaining strong year-round growth.
| Persistence | 5 Years |
|---|---|
| endophyte | CM142 Endophyte |
| Sowing rate | 25-30kg per hectare |
| heading date | Late |
| Best used for | Grazing, Hay, Silage |
- High Animal Safety: Contains the CM142 endophyte, delivering strong pest resistance with minimal risk of staggers or heat stress.
- Exceptional Seasonal Growth: Consistent winter and spring production with reliable summer persistence.
- High Yield & Quality: Excellent metabolisable energy (ME) and digestibility for maximum animal performance.
- Strong Rust Resistance: Maintains leaf quality and palatability through humid conditions.
- Adaptable Performance: Suitable across a wide range of soil types and New Zealand climates.
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