northern states. It is especially adapted to the temperate zone. 

 Since it is very drouth-resisting, it grows in semi-arid sections and, 

 when irrigated, makes a wonderful production. 



Sudan grass makes a splendid feed either as pasture, soiling or hay. 

 If pastured down and the stock is taken off for a short time, it grows 

 again very rapidly. If cut for soiling when from a foot to eighteen 

 inches high, the second crop will grow. When cured, it is as nourishing 

 as timothy and is relished more, probably because of its sweetish taste. 

 If fed to cattle in conjunction with alfalfa, the feeding value of both 

 feeds is increased. 



In preparing ground for Sudan grass, it should be plowed deep, thor- 

 oughly pulverized and made compact. Seed can be sown broadcast, 

 with a drill or planted in rows far enough apart to cultivate. I would 

 suggest that in semi-arid sections the seed be planted in rows and culti- 

 vated often enough to maintain a mulch; but in humid sections, if not 

 intended for seed, it should be drilled or sown broadcast. If planted 

 in rows, four pounds of seed is sufficient for an acre. If intended for 

 seed, half that quantity should be used. If drilled or sown broadcast, 

 more seed should be sown. 



Sudan Grass and Wild Sweet Clover 



Sudan grass and wild sweet clover make a most excellent soiling crop 

 or pasture for pigs, calves, and dairy cows. 



The seed should be sown broadcast quite thick, using equal quantities 

 of each. Both plants make a very rapid growth, but should be cut or 

 pastured before becoming too rank. In either case, the crop will make 

 a second growth, providing there is a reasonable amount of moisture. 

 The two feeds make a fairly well-balanced ration. The land should be 

 plowed deep, well-manured, and thoroughly pulverized. If lumpy, use 

 the culti-packer. 



