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Wildlife Food Plots
Merit Seed offers distinct varieties of high quality seed blends that have been formulated specifically for the improvement of nature and wildlife habitat. View our Food Plot page for product details as well as tips for success.
Lawn & Garden
We offer a handful of lawn seed mixes formulated to grow in full sun, shade, and high traffic areas. With Merit Seed’s Premium Lawn Seed Mixes, you’re sure to find the perfect blend.
Sweet Corn
Experience the sweetness of success with Merit Seed’s premium Sweet Corn seeds. With a legacy spanning decades, we pride ourselves on being the leading supplier of top-quality organic, conventional, and herbicide-tolerant seeds trusted by farmers worldwide.
Agriculture Seeds
With decades of experience, Merit Seed continues to be a premier supplier of organic, conventional and herbicide tolerant seeds that farmers have come to trust.
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Quick Tips From Our Wildlife Product Catalog
| Task | Key Recommendations |
| Plot Ratio | 5-10% of property should be food plots if not bordered by agriculture. |
| Crop Split | 60-75% Perennials (Clover, Alfalfa, Chicory); 25-40% Annuals (Turnips, Brassicas, Grains). |
| Sunlight | Minimum 4 to 6 hours of sunlight required for most plots. |
| Soil Testing | Essential for success; pH should be as close to 7.0 as possible. |
| Vegetation Kill | Remove all unwanted growth; use 41% Glyphosate on green regrowth before tilling. |
| Measurement | Acres = (Length in yards × Width in yards) / 4,840. |
Quick Tips From Our 2027 Product Catalog
| Category | Summary & Key Advice |
|---|---|
| Seeding Rates & Ratios | Apply 30–35 lbs/acre for new forage/hay seedings (broadcast 10 lbs extra) and 20–25 lbs/acre for overseeding existing stands. |
| Site Prep & Weed Control | Establish a clean, weed-free seedbed using tillage or pre-plant burndown herbicides (such as Roundup/glyphosate, Liberty, or Gramoxone). For maximum growth, spray competing weeds before they reach 4 inches in height. |
| Soil Math & Target pH | Calculate acreage using Acreage = (Length in yds × Width in yds) / 4,840. Target an optimum soil pH between 6.0 and 7.0. |
| Frost Seeding | Broadcast frost-tolerant clovers (such as Ladino, Medium Red, Balansa, or Crimson) onto frozen ground in late winter/early spring. Natural freezing and thawing cycles pull the seeds into the soil for early germination. |
| Planting Depth & Drainage | Sow small seeds (clovers, brassicas, chicory) shallowly at 1⁄4 to 1⁄2 inch, and larger grains/peas/soybeans at 1⁄2 to 1 inch |
Quick Tips From Our Crop Cover Guide
| Category | Summary & Key Advice |
| Soil Strategy | Target a 25% air to 25% water ratio for peak nutrient availability. |
| Nitrogen Producers | Use Legumes like Sunn Hemp (up to 126 lbs N/acre) to build soil for the next crop. |
| Nutrient Scavengers | Use Cereal Rye or Radish to recycle phosphorus and suppress weeds. |
| Termination Tip | Kill Annual Ryegrass at 6–9″ height when temps are above 55°F for best results. |
| Seeding Adjustment | Increase drill rates by 20% for aerial application and 100% for forage. |