When it comes to grass seed quality, our no-compromise approach is simple – we aim to deliver less weed seeds and more live seeds than any other company. By specifying the Sinclair McGill brand, you really can make a significant difference to the performance of your new ley mixture.
GERMINATION STANDARDS
Species
EU
HVS
Sinclair McGill Target
Perennial Ryegrass
80%
80%
90%
Italian Ryegrass
75%
75%
85%
Hybrid Ryegrass
75%
75%
85%
POSSIBLE WEED CONTENT IN AN OFFICIAL SAMPLE OF PERENNIAL RYEGRASS (60g of seed)
Weed
EU
HVS
Sinclair McGill Target
Docks*
5
5
Less than 1
Couch*
120
10
Less than 1
Blackgrass*
100
10
Less than 1
* Note: There is no EU standard or test for blackgrass or couch in 60gm so the figures quoted are an estimate based on our laboratory experience.
POSSIBLE INERT MATERIAL IN 10 ACRES OF PERENNIAL RYEGRASS
Inert Material
EU
HVS
Sinclair McGill
Dead Seed
30 kilos
30 kilos
7 kilos*
Impurities
6 kilos
3 kilos
1 kilo*
* Note: Based on the laboratory analysis of our own contract crops and 10 acres being equivalent to 150 kilos of seed.
