The new NEA12 gives Barenbrug the widest range of endophytes of...

The new NEA12 gives Barenbrug the widest range of endophytes of any pasture company, which includes NEA, NEA2, NEA4, AR1 and AR37. NEA12 will be available initially in Shogun hybrid ryegrass. 

We’ve developed the most comprehensive suite of endophytes on the...

We’ve developed the most comprehensive suite of endophytes on the market. Why? To provide the right outcomes for NZ farmers – the best pasture comes from the endophyte x ryegrass team that gels. It’s turned out to be a complex process, but one we strive to deliver on.

Endophytes are fungi which have evolved to live in harmony with...

Endophytes are fungi which have evolved to live in harmony with ryegrass. They live inside the seed and plant, and produce natural compounds which protect plants from pests.

Different endophyte options are available. Endophyte type needs...

Different endophyte options are available. Endophyte type needs to be specified when ordering seed.

Ryegrass endophytes produce different alkaloids

Ryegrass endophytes produce different alkaloids

These ratings are indicative and may vary slightly between...

These ratings are indicative and may vary slightly between cultivars. If Argentine stem weevil or black beetle are present at sowing, an appropriate seed treatment is recommended to improve insect resistance during establishment.

These ratings are indicative. Animal performance and health can...

These ratings are indicative. Animal performance and health can vary under different management systems and between seasons.

NEA12 endophyte provides very good animal performance. In some...

NEA12 endophyte provides very good animal performance. In some cases NEA12 may cause some ryegrass staggers in lambs, but significantly less than Standard endophyte (SE). NEA12 should not be sown for horses or deer.

NEA2 endophyte provides very good animal performance. NEA2...

NEA2 endophyte provides very good animal performance. NEA2 endophyte provides ryegrass staggers free pasture for dairy cows and beef cattle.

NEA4 endophyte provides very good animal performance. NEA4...

NEA4 endophyte provides very good animal performance. NEA4 endophyte provides ryegrass staggers free pasture for dairy cows and beef cattle.

Results to date give us confidence that Shogun and Forge...

Results to date give us confidence that Shogun and Forge ryegrasses with NEA endophyte are unlikely to cause staggers.