Cotswold Seeds

Question 1

Where is Cotswold Seeds based?

Answer 1

It is based in Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire

Question 2

When was Cotswold Seeds formed?

Answer 2

Formed in 1974 by Robin Hill

Question 3

What services do Cotswold Seeds provide?

Answer 3

Specialise in bespoke mixtures of seeds - 16000 tonnes of seeds are sold every year
Have a mail order service and can give advice over the phone
Offer same day mixing and next day delivery.

Question 4

What does grass growth depend on?

Answer 4

Photosynthesis, temperature, water availability and soil condition
More seeds are needed for an area of high activity (e.g. gateways).

Question 5

How should a field be sown to avoid laminitis?

Answer 5

Laminitis is caused by sugars that are high in grasses. The solution is to plant herb mixes (to help improve blood flow in the hose and to avoid mixtures high in ryegrass.

Question 6

What are some examples of fodder and leys?

Answer 6

Fodder - hay, alfalfa, saintoin

Leys - temp. grass, short term, medium term, long term grass.