Pasture Grasses

Grasses are the backbone of productive pasture, and choosing the right ones is where reliable feed starts. From fast-establishing ryegrasses to long-lived fescues and everything in between, our pasture grass seed range is selected for real-world performance in New Zealand’s diverse growing conditions.

  • Afterburner Annual Ryegrass

    Afterburner Annual Ryegrass

    Afterburner Annual Ryegrass

    $62.00
    $5.27 - $6.20 / Per Kg
    $6.20

    Sold by kg (minimum sale of 10 kg)
    Recommended Sowing Rate: 25–30 kg/ha

    Afterburner is a densely tillered Westerwold annual ryegrass bred for exceptional autumn, winter, and spring production. Rapid establishment makes it ideal as a break crop following maize or other annuals, and it boasts impressive late-season longevity—often extending productive use to 12 months, significantly longer than the typical 6–9 months. As a tetraploid variety, Afterburner provides premium feed quality, facilitating higher animal intake and multiple grazing rotations before being reserved for hay or silage.

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  • Contest Italian Ryegrass

    Contest Italian Ryegrass

    Contest Italian Ryegrass

    $69.00
    $5.87 - $6.90 / Per Kg
    $6.90

    Sold by kg (minimum sale of 10 kg)
    Recommended Sowing Rate: 20–25 kg/ha

    Contest is a late-heading Italian ryegrass with increased cool-season dry matter production (late autumn, winter, early spring) and strong summer growth, persisting up to 24 months when moisture is sufficient. Its later heading date keeps it leafy and high in ME, digestibility, and protein for a longer season, boosting animal performance. The dense tillering ensures quick establishment, good weed suppression, and the ability to withstand tight grazing.

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  • Dual Hybrid Ryegrass

    Dual Hybrid Ryegrass

    Dual Hybrid Ryegrass

    $86.00
    $7.31 - $8.60 / Per Kg
    $8.60

    Sold by kg (minimum sale of 10 kg)
    Recommended Sowing Rate: 25–30 kg/ha

    Dual is a late-heading, tetraploid, long-rotation hybrid (part Italian ryegrass, part perennial ryegrass) that excels in annual yield and winter growth while offering high digestibility and palatability. Its nil endophyte status and tetraploid nature support superior animal intakes and liveweight gains. With appropriate moisture and pest management, Dual can persist beyond four years, making it a great fit for farmers aiming to maximize pasture and animal production over the longer term.

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  • Tactic Perennial Ryegrass

    Tactic Perennial Ryegrass

    Tactic Perennial Ryegrass

    $95.00
    $8.08 - $9.50 / Per Kg
    $9.50

    Sold by kg (minimum sale of 10 kg)
    Recommended Sowing Rate: 20–25 kg/ha

    Tactic is a hardy, dense-tillering, low endophyte diploid perennial ryegrass that gets growing early in the season, boosting winter and early-spring dry matter production—ideal for lambing in August/September. It is very resilient under hard grazing, retaining good pasture cover and quality even when grazed down. Thanks to its low endophyte status, it delivers stagger-free grazing and supports strong animal performance.

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  • Primefest Festulolium

    Primefest Festulolium

    Primefest Festulolium

    $93.00
    $7.91 - $9.30 / Per Kg
    $9.30

    Sold by kg (minimum sale of 10 kg)
    Recommended Sowing Rate: 25–30 kg/ha

    Primefest is a unique hybrid combining Italian Ryegrass and Meadow Fescue, giving it strong winter activity and annual yield from the Italian side, and enhanced persistence from Meadow Fescue (often lasting 2–3 years or more). Meadow Fescue’s deeper root system and high feed quality boost Primefest’s resilience and overall forage value. It’s a versatile option for finishing systems, either sown pure or in mixes with clovers and herbs to create a high-performing 2–3 year pasture.

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  • Nui Perennial Ryegrass

    Nui Perennial Ryegrass

    Nui Perennial Ryegrass

    $58.00
    $4.93 - $5.80 / Per Kg
    $5.80

    Sold by kg (minimum sale of 10 kg)
    Recommended Sowing Rate: 20–25 kg/ha (pure stand); adjust in mixes accordingly

    Nui is New Zealand’s most widely sown perennial ryegrass, valued for its economical price and reliable performance. With a medium leaf size and moderate tiller density, it thrives across a wide range of climates and soil conditions. Its mid-season heading (zero days) and strong persistence under set stocking make it a versatile, budget-friendly option for farmers seeking a dependable, long-term pasture solution.

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  • Brome

    Brome

    Brome

    $96.00
    $8.16 - $9.60 / Per Kg
    $9.60

    Sold by kg (minimum sale of 10 kg)
    Recommended Sowing Rate: 25–30 kg/ha

    Brome is a deep-rooted perennial grass that excels in drier conditions, providing long-term productivity. Highly drought-tolerant, it’s an excellent choice for low-rainfall areas and produces good-quality hay or grazing.

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  • Cocksfoot

    Cocksfoot

    Cocksfoot

    $132.00
    $11.22 - $13.20 / Per Kg
    $13.20

    Sold by kg (minimum sale of 10 kg)
    Recommended Sowing Rate: 8–12 kg/ha

    Cocksfoot is a persistent, drought-tolerant perennial that works well in mixed swards for grazing or hay. Its clump-forming habit creates a leafy, palatable pasture component that can withstand summer stress.

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  • Tall Fescue

    Tall Fescue

    Tall Fescue

    $120.00
    $10.20 - $12.00 / Per Kg
    $12.00

    Sold by kg (minimum sale of 10 kg)
    Recommended Sowing Rate: 25–30 kg/ha

    Tall Fescue is a hardy perennial grass renowned for summer growth, heat tolerance, and resilience in waterlogged soils. It stays productive under challenging conditions, making it a dependable option for both grazing and hay.

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  • Meadow Fescue

    Meadow Fescue

    Meadow Fescue

    $96.00
    $8.16 - $9.60 / Per Kg
    $9.60

    Sold by kg (minimum sale of 10 kg)
    Recommended Sowing Rate: 25–30 kg/ha

    Meadow Fescue is a cool-season perennial grass valued for its winter hardiness and palatability. Its leafy growth and strong performance in cooler climates make it ideal in mixed pastures.

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  • Prairie Grass

    Prairie Grass

    Prairie Grass

    $103.00
    $8.76 - $10.30 / Per Kg
    $10.30

    Sold by kg (minimum sale of 10 kg)
    Recommended Sowing Rate: 25–30 kg/ha

    Prairie Grass is a short-lived perennial that establishes rapidly and produces high-quality forage under fertile conditions. It delivers substantial dry matter yields and responds well to rotational grazing.

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  • Timothy

    Timothy

    Timothy

    $161.00
    $13.69 - $16.10 / Per Kg
    $16.10

    Sold by kg (minimum sale of 10 kg)
    Recommended Sowing Rate: 6-8 kg/ha

    Timothy is a cool-season perennial recognized for its palatable seed heads and suitability in hay mixes. With excellent winter hardiness, it’s a staple for horse hay and other quality forage needs.

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  • Pitch Perfect Turf Ryegrass

    Pitch Perfect Turf Ryegrass

    Pitch Perfect Turf Ryegrass

    From $100.00
    From $100.00

    Pitch Perfect Turf Ryegrass
    Sold by the bag
    Recommended Sowing Rate: 30–50 g/m2 (depending on desired density and use)

    A premium turf ryegrass designed for dense, resilient, and visually striking lawns and sports fields. With fast establishment, excellent wear tolerance, and year-round color, Pitch Perfect delivers a professional finish for high-traffic areas. Ideal for stadiums, parks, golf courses, and home lawns.

    Primary Benefits:

    • Fast establishment with exceptional wear tolerance
    • Dense, lush growth for a professional look
    • Maintains year-round color and performance

    Perenniality: Perennial
    When to Sow: Spring or Autumn

    Conveniently sold by bag for easy handling and accurate sowing.

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  • Easy Green Lawn Mix

    Easy Green Lawn Mix

    Easy Green Lawn Mix

    From $55.00
    From $55.00

    Sold by the bag
    Recommended Sowing Rate: 30–45 g/m² (new lawns), 20–30 g/m² (overseeding)

    A fast-establishing blend of perennial ryegrasses suited for general lawn and sports use. This mix delivers rapid green-up, strong wear tolerance, and year-round colour. Coated with our seaweed-based biostimulant, it improves early root development and seedling vigour for faster, healthier establishment.

    Primary Benefits:
    Quick germination and strong coverage
    Excellent colour and wear resistance
    Seaweed-coated for improved establishment and early root growth

    Perenniality: Perennial
    When to Sow: Spring or Autumn

    Conveniently sold by bag for easy handling and accurate sowing.

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  • Tough Turf Blend

    Tough Turf Blend

    Tough Turf Blend

    From $80.00
    From $80.00

    Sold by the bag
    Recommended Sowing Rate: 30–40 g/m² (new lawns), 15–25 g/m² (overseeding)

    This balanced mix combines the fine, shade-tolerant qualities of Creeping Red Fescue with the fast growth and durability of perennial ryegrass. It’s suited for home lawns, council spaces, and variable light conditions. The seaweed-coated seed supports fast germination and strong early growth, even in challenging environments.

    Primary Benefits:
    Performs in sun and shade
    Soft, fine-textured turf with great recovery
    Seaweed coating enhances germination and early vigour

    Perenniality: Perennial
    When to Sow: Spring or Autumn

    Conveniently sold by bag for easy handling and accurate sowing.

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  • Creeping Red Fescue

    Creeping Red Fescue

    Creeping Red Fescue

    From $169.00
    From $169.00

    Creeping Red Fescue
    Sold by the bag
    Recommended Sowing Rate: 25–40 g/m² (depending on desired density and shade conditions)

    A fine-leafed, creeping perennial grass ideal for lawns, parks, and shaded landscapes. Creeping Red Fescue spreads via short rhizomes, forming a dense, soft, and visually appealing turf that thrives in cooler climates and lower-light areas. Excellent for erosion control, shaded lawns, and mixed turf blends.

    Primary Benefits:

    • Fine, dense turf with excellent shade tolerance

    • Low-maintenance growth habit and drought resilience

    • Forms a uniform surface through creeping rhizomes

    • Great for blending with other turf species for durability and color balance

    Perenniality: Perennial
    When to Sow: Spring or Autumn

    Conveniently sold by bag for easy handling and precise application.

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Our Pasture Grass Seed

This collection includes the full spectrum: annual ryegrasses like Afterburner for quick cover and short-term intensity, long-rotation options like Dual, and durable perennial ryegrasses including Tactic and Nui for multi-year productivity. Grasses like Brome, Tall Fescue, and Meadow Fescue are drought-resilient, ideal for challenging conditions.

Looking to build diversity or increase seasonal output? Primefest and Festuloliums offer hybrid strength and grazing flexibility. And for specialist needs, Timothy, Prairie Grass, and Cocksfoot offer reliable forage with distinctive traits to suit your system.

 

Choosing the Right Pasture Grass

Grass selection shapes pasture performance from the ground up. Whether you're aiming for rapid autumn growth, multi-year resilience, or better grazing recovery, the right choice starts with how your farm actually functions.

Varieties like Tactic, Afterburner, and Dual each bring strengths, but their success depends on how they respond to your soil, climate, and grazing intensity. It's not just about the seed itself, but how it fits into the wider system.

We take those variables seriously. By understanding what your pasture needs to achieve, we can help you choose grasses that are suited to your conditions and expected to hold up over time.

Talk to our team for tailored advice that supports long-term pasture performance, not just short-term growth.