Boma Rhodes seeds

Boma Rhodes Grass, also known as Boma grass, is a high quality forage crop widely valued for its excellent yield, drought tolerance, and adaptability. This warm season perennial grass grows actively during the hot and becomes dormant seasons. Making it ideal for Kenya’s diverse climatic conditions.

Boma Rhodes grass has a strong and extensive root system that enables it to withstand long dry periods, making it suitable for low-rainfall areas. It spreads quickly to form a dense ground cover, helping prevent soil erosion while improving soil structure and supporting surrounding vegetation.

For optimal planting, one acre requires approximately 6–8 kg of Boma Rhodes grass seeds and can produce up to 200 bales of hay every 3–4 months under proper management. The grass grows up to 1.5 meters tall, with long, narrow, slightly hairy leaves. It is highly palatable to cows and other livestock, making it ideal for grazing, hay production, and the cut-and-carry feeding system.

Adaptable to a wide range of soil types, Boma Rhodes grass tolerates high temperatures, low humidity, and moderate soil fertility. Popular for haymaking in tropical and subtropical regions, it is an excellent choice for farmers seeking reliable pasture, improved livestock nutrition, and increased farm productivity.