Multi775

1.  The selection criteria used in the development of Mu1ti775 was multifoliate expression, vigor, seed yield, and resistance to Phytophthora root rot, Verticillium wilt, and crown and root rot.

2.  This variety is adapted and intended for use in the North Central United States. It has been tested in Wisconsin, and Minnesota.

3.  This variety is moderately dormant, similar to FD 3 check. Flower color in the Syn. 2 is about 91% purple and 9% variegated with traces of cream, white and yellow. Multi775 has multifoliate leaf expression higher than the high MF check. RFV (relative feed value) is higher than the high forage quality check with ADF (acid detergent fiber) and NDF (neutral detergent fiber) lower than the high quality check.

4.  This variety has high resistance to bacterial wilt and Fusarium wilt, resistance to Phytophthora root rot, Verticillium wilt, anthracnose (Race 1), Moderate resistance to pea aphid and low resistance to Aphanomyces (Race 1). Reaction to stem nematode, spotted alfalfa aphid, blue alfalfa aphid, and root knot nematode has not been determined.

5.  Sufficient breeder seed was produced in 1999 and 2000 and is being maintained by Green Genes, Inc. to last the projected life of the variety. One generation each of breeders (Syn. 2), foundation (Syn. 3), and two generations on all certified (Syn. 3 or Syn. 4) is recognized. Foundation seed production will be permitted in Nevada, Oregon, or Idaho with no restriction on the area of production of certified seed. Stands of foundation and certified seed fields are limited to 3 and 6 years respectively.

6.  Certified seed will be available in 2004.

7.  No decision has been made concerning Plant Variety Protection.

8.  Information in the NAVRB application can be forwarded to the PVP office.

9.  Variety Name: Multi775.

     Date submitted:  November 18, 2003.

     Experimental designations:  M775.