Eagle Large Lad Forage Soybean

Eagle Large Lad Forage Soybean
High-Performance Forage for Maximum Attraction and Nutrition

At Salt River Seed Company, we offer only the highest-quality seed for serious food plotters—and Eagle Large Lad Forage Soybeans are one of the top-performing varieties on the market. Specifically bred for forage use, Large Lad delivers exceptional tonnage, protein content, and browse tolerance, making it an excellent choice for whitetail habitat improvement.

Why Choose Eagle Large Lad?

• Up to 10 Tons per Acre – Verified in Southern Illinois University trials for unmatched forage volume.

• Up to 42% Protein – High leaf protein provides critical nutrition for antler growth, fawn development, and herd health.

• Up to 3x the Leaf Area – Greater leaf density creates longer-lasting forage and better recovery from browsing.

• Up to 36 Nodes per Plant – Twice the leaves of conventional soybeans, producing thick, high-tonnage plots.

• 110–120 Day Maturity – Full-season forage that holds attraction from summer through early fall.

Soil Conditions:

• Ideal Soil Type: Well-drained loam or sandy loam.

• Optimal pH: 6.0 to 7.0 — lime as needed to adjust pH.

• Moisture: Requires adequate soil moisture at planting; avoid poorly drained areas.

Maintenance Level: Easy

• Roundup Ready: Glyphosate-tolerant for easy weed control—spray Roundup as needed without harming the crop.

• Highly Browse-Tolerant: Recovers well from heavy grazing thanks to its dense leaf structure.

• No Mowing or Replanting Needed: One planting delivers season-long results.

Bag Sizes & Coverage:

• 6 lb bag – Plants up to 1/8 acre

• 12 lb bag – Plants up to 1/4 acre

• 25 lb bag – Plants up to 1/2 acre

• 50 lb bag – Plants up to 1 acre