VELVET PLUS™
Velvet Plus™ is an elite Spring/Summer food plot blend meticulously formulated to deliver unparalleled benefits for your deer herd. This sophisticated mix of WGF Sorghum, Sunflowers, Cowpeas, Soybeans, and Buckwheat provides a balanced and nutrient-rich diet, essential for optimal antler growth, enhanced body size, and boosted milk production in developing fawns. Each ingredient is carefully selected for its superior nutritional profile and growth performance, ensuring high-quality forage throughout the critical growing season. The high-protein content from Cowpeas and Soybeans supports muscle development and antler formation, while the energy-dense Sorghum and Sunflowers supply the necessary calories for active deer. By planting Velvet Plus™, you create a thriving food source that not only attracts deer early in the season but also promotes their long-term well-being, significantly enhancing your wildlife management strategy.
Drill: $40.79
Broadcast: $67.99
Improved Body Size: Energy-dense ingredients like Sorghum and Sunflowers supply the necessary calories for increased body mass and overall robustness, particularly beneficial during the growing season.
Boosted Milk Production: The blend's nutrient profile enhances milk production in does, supporting healthy fawn development and growth.
Early Season Attraction: Planting Velvet Plus™ creates a thriving food source that attracts deer early in the season, creating good habits of utilizing your plot year-round and increasing your odds for the hunting season.
Long-Term Herd Health: By providing a continuous and high-quality food supply, Velvet Plus™ promotes the long-term well-being and resilience of your deer herd, making it a cornerstone of effective wildlife management.
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Cowpeas
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Soybeans
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Peredovik Sunflowers
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WGF Sorghum
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Buckwheat
Soil Testing: Conduct a soil test to determine pH and nutrient levels. Adjust the soil pH to 6.0-7.0 using lime if necessary. Apply appropriate fertilizers based on the soil test results.
Seed Rate:
- Broadcasting: Spread Velvet Plus™ seed at a rate of 50 lbs per acre onto a well-prepared seed bed.
- Drilling: Use a seed drill to plant at a rate of 30 lbs per acre for more precise placement and better seed-to-soil contact.
Planting Depth: Ensure seeds are planted at a depth of 1/4 to 1/2 inch. If broadcasting, lightly rake or drag the area to cover the seeds with soil.
Timing: Plant Velvet Plus™ in the Spring or early Summer when soil temperatures reach at least 60°F for optimal germination and growth.
Moisture: Ensure the soil is adequately moist during the planting process. Water the area, if possible, if there has been insufficient rainfall to help seeds establish.
Maintenance: Monitor the plot regularly for weed competition and manage as necessary. Ensure consistent moisture through rainfall or irrigation to support growth.
For more detailed information about designing and planting your food plots, refer to our Food Plot Design Guide and Planting Guide.