VETCH

Purity: 98.5pct Min.,

Admix: 2pct Max., including broken, split, damaged and broken : 1pct Max., foreign matter: 0.5pct Max,

Moisture: 12pct Max.,

well dried, well fumigated prior to shipment, free from alive or dead weevils, insects, eggs and holes, Sortex quality,

• Varieties: There are several different species and varieties of vetch, including common vetch (Vicia sativa) and hairy vetch (Vicia villosa), among others. These species have slightly different characteristics and may be used for different purposes.
• Cultivation: Vetches are often grown as cover crops or forage crops. They have nitrogen-fixing properties, meaning they have the ability to convert atmospheric nitrogen into a form that can be utilized by plants. This makes them beneficial for improving soil fertility and reducing the need for synthetic fertilizers.
• Forage Crop: Vetches are commonly used as a forage crop for livestock. They are grazed by animals or harvested as hay or silage to provide nutritious feed. Vetches have relatively high protein content, which can contribute to the nutritional needs of grazing animals.
• Cover Crop: Vetches are often used as cover crops in agricultural systems. When grown as cover crops, vetches help prevent soil erosion, suppress weed growth, and improve soil structure. They can be grown in rotation with other crops to enhance soil health and fertility.
• Wildlife Habitat: Vetches can provide valuable habitat and food sources for wildlife, including birds and beneficial insects. The flowering plants attract pollinators and can contribute to biodiversity in an ecosystem.