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Get startedAfter screening thousands of ryegrass samples from around the world, we discovered an exciting new endophyte, CM142. It was during early research that our science team quickly recognised its potential.
Thoroughly researched and tested on farm.
Once discovered, our science team embarked on years of research and on-farm trials to test the efficacy of this new novel endophyte – named by Cropmark Seeds as CM142.
“With a natural defence mechanism to increase pasture persistence, CM142 is an endophyte with lesser toxicity and enhanced insect protection.”
Stephane Montel, Cropmark plant breeder.
Benefits you can expect from CM142 endophyte.
With a different genetic background to other endophytes and optimal levels of epoxy-janthitrem alkaloids, CM142 delivers performance and persistence for Kiwi farmers.
Benefits
Insect pest control.
Rigorous entomology experiments have shown that CM142 provides tolerance against a range of destructive pasture pests, including: Argentine Stem Weevil, Black Beetle adults, Porina Caterpillar and Root Aphid.
Benefits
Reduced ryegrass staggers.
With CM142, there’s an optimal concentration of the epoxy-janthitrem alkaloid, shown in trials to significantly reduce the frequency and severity of ryegrass staggers.
Forage seed with CM142
