Mackellar

Feed / Grazing Wheat


Mackellar Fact Sheet (PDF 260Kb - vers 2009)


Classification: AWW / FEED   


Regional Suitability: High rainfall regions of VIC, TAS, NSW, QLD, SA, WA


Variety Summary

  • Dual purpose winter wheat for grazing as well as grain production.
  • The only BYDV resistant winter wheat cultivar in Australia.
  • Red feed quality grain.
  • Awnless to allow cutting for hay or late season grazing.
  • Excellent forage production.
  • Moderately resistant to stem and stripe rust. Leaf rust rating under review.



Note: Growers are requested to read and agree to the Seednet Variety Licence (PDF 219 Kb) prior to purchasing Seednet varieties.