Winter Field Beans 'Irena' (Conv.)
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Field beans (Vicia faba) have been grown for animal and human consumption for millennia. They also make an excellent green manure when sown later in the growing season. Winter variety 'Irena'. Conventional untreated seed. Please contact us for bulk quantities. More details below.
Field Rate: 200-250 kg/ha
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'Irena' Winter Field Beans
- A high protein crop suited to the Irish climate which can be used to reduce dependence on imported feed
- One of the oldest food crops in the world, fava beans are still a staple food in the Mediterranean region
- Excellent break crop in cereal rotations
- 'Irena' is an early variety with good tolerance to lodging
- Has been used successfully in informal trials in Ireland with fodder pea combi
| SKU | IRENA |
|---|---|
| Persistence | 1 Year (Winter Hardy) |
| Single Variety or Mix | Single Variety |
| Special Features | Nitrogen Fixing, ACRES Scheme |
| Brassicas | No |
| Grasses | No |
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