1 Diets, gain, feed intake, and dietary crude protein reported by R. O. Myer et al., Florida Agr. Exp. Sta. Journal Series No. R-04455. Control diet composed of 77% corn and 20% soybean meal (48%) for all energy and protein. Triticale diet composed of 89% triticale, 7% soybean meal (8% in year 1 of study), and supplementation with crystalline lysine and threonine for all energy and protein.

2 Calculated as 16% of crude protein.

3 Based on body protein formulas reported in Biokyowa Tech. Rev. 6.

4 Based on nitrogen retention data reported in Heartland Lysine Swine Research Report 13.

5 Calculated as difference between intake and estimated retention.

RICHARDSON

SEEDS INC

P.O. Box 80

CULTURAL PRACTICES FOR TRITICALE FOR WEST
TEXAS, OKLAHOMA, KANSAS, AND SURROUNDING
AREAS

Being a cross of wheat and rye, Triticale can be handled almost the
same as these crops with good results. However, there are some
differences that top managers should be aware of to maximize
forage production.

3008 N. Frankford

1. Fertilizer: Triticale uses nutrients in approximately the
same ratio as wheat. It appears to be at least as efficient
as wheat, but it is more sensitive to fertilizer imbalance.
Test the soil to be sure the correct amount of each
nutrient is available. Since Triticale produces more
forage than wheat, higher fertilizer rates are
recommended. Generally, it is economical to use 25%
more fertilizer than for wheat. Split applications of
nitrogen are recommended.

2. Grazing: In the Fall, do not let the Triticale get too lush
before starting the grazing. Measure the leaves, and start
grazing before they are eighteen inches long. Do not
over-graze. Using a rotational grazing system will
increase the amount of beef per acre by about 20%, and
reduce the danger of "wheat-pasture poisoning". In the
spring, let the Triticale get lush, but not jointed, before
adding extra cattle. This also increases the total beef
gain, and decreases the danger of grass tetany. Generally,
use a 20% higher stocking rate than with wheat.

3. Forage Tritcales usually do not produce high grain yields. Triticale hay will return more cash dollars in most years than selling seed to your neighbor. Most Triticale varieties are protected under the Plant Variety Protection Act.

4. Adding legumes to the Triticale is an excellent idea.

5. Handle your cattle mineral program just as you would with wheat.

6. Planting dates and rates: Handle like wheat on land preparation and depth of seeding. Plant the same pounds of seed per acre as wheat, but remember, Triticale has a larger seed than wheat, and you must open the drill 20% wider to plant the same amount of seed per acre as wheat. It is best to plant 2 weeks earlier than wheat, and you can plant as early as August 1. On intermediate varieties (spring x winter crosses); delay planting until September 20th to reduce the chances of winter kill. Planting in moist soil is better than dry planting. When fall grazing is not important, Triticale can be planted until midDecember. True winter varieties planted after September 20th may not out-grow wheat until the following spring.

7. For hay, be sure to cut the crop in the boot stage. This makes an excellent hay to feed stressed stocker cattle.

64-076 00-6

Texas Corn Growers Association

210 West Bedford

Dimmitt, Texas 79027
Phone (806) 647-4268

Fax (806) 647-5120

TEXAS CORN GROWERS TESTIMONY

TO HOUSE AG COMMITTEE
LUBBOCK, TEXAS MARCH 6, 2000
CHAIRMAN, LARRY COMBEST

MR: CHAIRMAN:

I AM CARL KING PRESIDENT OF TEXAS CORN GROWERS LOCATED IN DIMMITT, TEXAS.

AS YOU AND THE COMMITTEE KNOWS AGRICULTURE IS IN TERRIBLE SHAPE.
FARMERS, ARE NOT GETTING THEIR COST OF PRODUCTION BACK UNDER
FREEDOM TO FARM.

THERE ARE MANY SUGGESTIONS AND PROPOSALS FLOATING AROUND. WE
HAVE 3 OR 4 MAJOR CHANGES TO BE MADE.

1. FREEDOM TO FARM MUST GO OR BE COMPLETELY REDONE. FARMERS
IN MY AREA LIKE ONE THING IN FREEDOM TO FARM. THAT IS THE
FREEDOM TO PLANT WHAT THEY WANT, HOWEVER THE MAIN FLAW IN
THIS PROGRAM IS TAKING AWAY OUR SAFETY NET. WE ARE FOR A
LOAN RATE EQUAL TO THE COST OF PRODUCTION COUPLED WITH
INVENTORY CONTROLS IN TIMES OF OVERPRODUCTION OR LESS EXPORTS.

2. NAFTA & GATT HAS HURT U.S. FARMERS.

SEE ATTACHED TESTIMONY TO THE W.T.O. IN AUSTIN, TEXAS ON JULY 8, 2000.

3. CONCENTRATION BY LARGE AGRI-BUSINESS FIRMS IS LEAVING THE PRODUCERS OUT IN THE COLD.

CHARLIE STENHOLM'S SUPPLEMENTAL INCOME PAYMENT (SIP) IS HELPFUL FOR THE SHORT TERM. HOWEVER, WE NEED A PRICE FOR WHAT WE PRODUCE.

WITH THE MESS AGRICULTURE IS IN, MAYBE GOVERNMENT PAYMENTS ARE THE ONLY WAY OUT. BUT WE HAD RATHER HAVE A PROGRAM WHERE WE COULD GET A PRICE IN LIEU OF GOVERNMENT PAYMENTS.

WE COMMEND YOU MR. CHAIRMAN ON REWRITTING THE CROP INSURANCE PROGRAM. THIS WILL HELP A LOT.

WE COMMEND MR. STENHOLM ON HIS EFFORTS TO HELP ALEVIATE THE PRODUCERS PROBLEMS.

I AM ALSO ENCLOSING FOR THE COMMITTEE A COPY OF AMERICAN CORN GROWERS APPROACHED TO NEW FARM BILL "THE FARM AGRICULTURE RECOVERY ACT" THE FARM ACT OF 2000.

TEXAS CORN GROWERS ENDOR ÉTHIS CONCEPT.

THANKS FOR ALLOWING ME THIS TIME.

CARL L KING, PRESIDENT

TEXAS CORN GROWERS ASSOCIATION