{"product_id":"forage-maize","title":"Forage Maize","description":"\u003cp\u003eForage Maize is a high-performance summer greenfeed maize blend developed for New Zealand farming systems. It combines several maize hybrids of varying maturities to deliver rapid establishment, high dry matter yield, and excellent feed value for dairy, beef, and deer operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough not designed for ensiling as a dedicated silage maize, Forage Maize excels as a grazing or cut-and-carry crop, providing reliable, high-energy summer feed during periods of limited pasture growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Rate: \u003c\/strong\u003e30-35kg per hectare\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlend of Hybrids: Includes multiple maize maturities for season-long growth and yield stability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRapid Establishment: Strong early vigour and reliable stand establishment under variable moisture conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh Dry Matter Yields: Typically produces 10–18 t DM\/ha under good management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep Root System: Accesses subsoil moisture and nutrients, providing drought resilience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh Feed Quality: Leafy, palatable forage with excellent energy content for all livestock classes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Use: Suited to grazing or cut-and-carry systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Wesco Seeds","offers":[{"title":"25kg Bag","offer_id":45284765827244,"sku":"CER004-1","price":243.75,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/7212\/3052\/files\/ForageMaize.jpg?v=1772666321","url":"https:\/\/wesco.co.nz\/products\/forage-maize","provider":"Wesco Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}