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Since 1932

Most trusted grain and seed products in New Zealand since 1932

Luisetti Seeds is a family-owned and -operated company located in Rangiora and Ashburton, on the Canterbury plains of New Zealand’s South Island.

We provide seed and the latest technology to add value to the business of farming, backed by over 88 years of family-based integrity and experience. We’re experts in retailing and wholesaling grain & seed throughout New Zealand and around the world.

Through research, integrity and the talents of our staff, Luisetti Seeds aim to become the best and most trusted provider of grain and seed products and services in New Zealand.

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Buttress barley is a perfect fit in Glenn Smith’s crop rotation.

For the past two years the Irwell farmer has pushed the boundaries by planting Buttress #barley immediately after the harvest of his process broad bean crop in late November and early December.

This means the barley is being drilled as late as 9 December and is harvested in late March.

“I’m very pleased with it, particularly the way it has yielded. This year it yielded around 9.4t/ha, which was similar to the previous harvest. It’s comfortably doing around 9t/ha and this is as a second crop.”

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Buttress Barley Performs as Second Crop

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For the past two years the Irwell farmer has pushed the boundaries by planting Buttress barley immediately after the harvest of his process broad bean crop in late November and early December.

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Lincoln University’s Professor Derrick Moot says farmers should set up their lucerne stands in June and July if they want to graze them in September.

He says winter is the time to be controlling weeds and recommends spraying grazed or mown stands with a mix of paraquat and residual herbicide at the recommended rates in June or early July.

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Setting up Lucerne Stands for Spring

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Setting up Lucerne Stands for Spring

With the correct management, lucerne can be a valuable high-quality spring and summer forage crop. To maximise crop yields and longevity, lucerne needs to be rested in autumn to allow root reserves to be replenished and in winter, weeds need to be controlled. Lincoln University’s Professor Derrick Moot says farmers should set up their lucerne stands in June and July if...

Buttress Barley Performs as Second Crop

Buttress barley is a perfect fit in Glenn Smith’s crop rotation. For the past two years the Irwell farmer has pushed the boundaries by planting Buttress barley immediately after the harvest of his process broad bean crop in late November and early December. This means the barley is being drilled as late as 9 December and is harvested in late March. Despite this short...

Proud to be Kiwi

In these challenging times, it has been heartening to see how New Zealanders have pulled together. As one of the few remaining 100% New Zealand-owned seed businesses, Luisetti Seeds is proud to be part of Team New Zealand. It seems fitting that May 14 marked the 25th anniversary of the yachting Team New Zealand’s maiden America’s Cup win and once again, a team of now 5...

LUISETTI SEEDS LOCKDOWN RELEASE OFFER!

We suspect that many of our clients might feel like a break away from the farm after lock down. How about heading to town for a night or two at the Pavilions Hotel? Luisetti Seeds has combined with fellow Canterbury rugby sponsors, and Canterbury family owned Pavilions Hotel to bring you and your family this special offer. Please ring the hotel directly, mention the...