Summit alfalfa is a licensed proprietary variety marketed as a brand by Kussmaul Seeds.

Key Features: A fall dormancy variety with superior yield, forage quality and winter hardiness.

Genetic Background: A variety developed from crossing elite FD 5 and FD 4 yield trial and nursery plants screened for high forage yield, quality and persistence.

Field Appearance at Bud Stage:
A medium tall showy variety with a dense canopy. Medium dark green foliage. Multifoliate Leaf Expression: 64%

Fall Dormancy: 4.5

Winter Hardiness Rating: 2.0

Management Keys: A new variety displaying outstanding yield and quality potential across a wide range of geographies. Ideal for growers looking to maximize tonnage and quality over the entire season. Excellent regrowth allows for aggressive harvest management. Medium-early maturity to one-tenth flower. No known soil or management limitations.