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The rapid increase in acreage in permanent irrigated pastures in Cali- 
fornia results almost entirely from the spectacular benefits resulting from 
these plantings. Land not useful for alfalfa hay crops is frequently useful 
for pasture planting, and the returns to the rancher are actually greater 
than the alfalfa because with grazing animals, harvesting cost is zero. 
STRAWBERRY CLOVER 
Very useful and widely adapted. 
Resists alkali conditions, very wet 
soil, and long periods of flooding. 
Highly palatable, long-lived, and 
rich in animal feed units for all 
types of stock, including poultry. 
ALFALFA 
Still the most valuable field crop 
grown in California, alfalfa forms an 
important part of many pasture mix- 
tures, as well as the common use as 
a pure stand field crop. Except un- 
der special conditions the variety 
best adapted to the entire state 
is Chilean, or Common, and this 
is the strain included in the 
pasture mixtures blended by 
Lagomarsino. 
LADINO CLOVER 
Of major importance in pasture 
throughout the state, ladino 
takes the place of alfalfa where 
disease, poor soil, hard-pan, or 
an over-supply of moisture 
makes that crop unprofitable. 
Nutritious and vigorous. 
BUR CLOVER 
Thrives in mild winter regions, 
growing rapidly and spreading 
as much as 30 inches from a 
single crown. An annual clover 
which re-seeds readily. 
Grasses 
FESCUE 
Hardy, long-lived perennial 
bunch grass, coming on early 
in the summer and producing 
good feed until late in the fall. 
Combines well with ladino. 
HARDING GRASS 
Persistent, long-lived perennial, 
producing a dense growth of 
large, leafy tufts. Provides ex- 
cellent winter pasture, but 
grows slowly in hot weather. 
ORCHARD GRASS 
Old, dependable species which 
has been used in many pastures 
throughout the world. Stands 
heavy grazing, but does not 
spread underground, crowding 
out other grasses or legumes. 
BURNETT 
A perennial herb of great hardi- 
ness and prolific growing habit, 
yielding a heavy crop of highly 
palatable green leaves. Stays 
green the year around. 
The list of grasses and legumes given above is, of course, only a 
small part of the large number of pasture seeds we handle. Special 
types for special purposes are always obtainable as needed. 
FIELD SERVICE 
In addition to our regular store service we have experienced field 
men who will be glad to inspect your fields with you. A phone call 
or a postcard from Sacramento or its vicinity will bring you this 
service. 
We are glad to fill mail orders for pasture mixtures. If you live 
in California, just tell us what kind of land is to be planted, and 
the purpose for which the pasture is intended, and we will mail 
suggested pasture formulae, together with a price quotation. If 
you live outside California, first consult your local agricultural 
agent or Commissioner, and then send us his recommended 
formula, upon which we will quote a price for shipment. 
Permanent PASTURES 
Low initial costs, and almost complete lack of labor cost in maintenance 
except for irrigation, and a steady supply of the finest feed in the world 
make permanent pastures very profitable. With proper management, one 
acre of irrigated pasture will support as many animals for 6 or 7 months as 
will 10 acres of good range land for the balance of the year. 
Legumes 
BIRDSFOOT TREFOIL 
Available in two strains, Creeping, 
and Upright Broadleaf, birdsfoot 
trefoil is one of the most useful of 
all legumes in pasture mixtures. It 
will stand some alkali, takes only 
a third as much water as ladino, and 
yet can stand long periods of 
heavy moisture. Its feeding 
value is close to that of alfalfa, 
and it is relished by all kinds of 
livestock. 
YELLOW SWEET CLOVER 
(Melilotus officinalis) Strong- 
growing biennial with a deep 
tap root, great hardiness, and 
feed value equal to alfalfa. Bet- 
ter quality than the white strain. 
SUBTERRANEAN CLOVER 
An annual clover similar in 
growth and climatic tolerances 
to bur clover. Derives its name 
from the habit of turning seed 
stalks downward to push the 
seed heads into the earth. Tol- 
erant to acid soils. 
BROME 
Smooth brome is the variety 
generally used. It does best in 
the cooler regions, producing 
tall, palatable leaves for both 
hay and pasture crops. 
CRESTED WHEAT GRASS 
Extremely persistent, very long- 
lived perennial, with best growth 
periods spring and fall. Resists 
heat, cold, and drouth. High 
feed value; palatable. 
RYE GRASS 
Two useful members of the pas- 
ture grass family, one annual, 
and the other perennial. Very 
palatable and high quality feed, 
they combine well with legumes 
for early spring pasture. 
SMILO 
Relatively new to California 
pastures, Smilo is a _ hardy, 
drouth resistant, . long - lived, 
perennial bunch grass. Well 
adapted to brush burn seeding. 
ALSIKE CLOVER 
Adapted to moist or wet lands in 
cool regions, particularly for pas- 
tures in mountainous areas. Consid- 
erably more drouth resistant than 
ladino, long-lived perennial, and 
with a good record of palatability. 
PERMANENT PASTURES ARE ECONOMICAL TO START, EASY TO MAINTAIN, AND PROFITABLE FOR MANY YEARS 19 
