Perennial Grasses
RAGT is a trusted provider of perennial pasture grasses in New Zealand offering high-performance perennial ryegrass, cocksfoot, and tall fescue varieties for modern farming systems. By combining global genetics with intensive local testing, we deliver forage solutions that prioritise persistence, productivity, and animal health.
RAGT perennial grasses are selected for high-quality feed when it counts. From diploid perennial ryegrasses such as RGT Hustle, which provide an early spring growth lift, to soft-leaf tall fescues like RGT Nouga that tolerate the summer heat, our varieties support a consistent plane of nutrition. Our breeding programmes focus on feed quality, digestibility and intake to drive livestock performance and liveweight gain.
Our range features advanced pasture solutions like the RGT18 endophyte, protecting your investment against key pasture pests including black beetle and Argentine stem weevil. This built-in resilience maintains sward density, reduces the risk of premature pasture decline, and protects your regrassing return on investment.
These perennial pasture grasses form the foundation of a balanced pasture sward. With growth habits that allow legumes to thrive, RAGT grasses support nitrogen fixation and improved soil health. Whether for intensive dairy systems or dryland sheep and beef finishing, our perennial options are tailored to maximise homegrown feed production.
