Japanese Millet

Japanese millet is an upright, warm-season annual grass that emerges quickly, typically within 3–5 days, making it a highly effective summer ground cover with strong weed suppression and fast residue breakdown. We find it thrives in wet or even waterlogged soils and has performed exceptionally well on our Research Farm in Albion, Maine, even in low-pH, low-fertility conditions where other cover crops struggle. It also regrows quickly after grazing and remains reliable when planted throughout the summer months. Japanese millet contains no prussic acid, making it a safe forage option. Its dependable winter-kill makes it an excellent choice for growers seeking a cover crop that terminates cleanly without additional management. As it can reach a height of 3–5′, it benefits from regular mowing to maintain manageability.Specs:Avg. 140,000 seeds/lb