{"title":"Buckwheat Bird Food Plot Seed","description":"\u003cp\u003ePlanting buckwheat for birdfood plots offers fast-growing cover and a nutrient-rich source that attracts waterfowl and upland birds. This versatile crop establishes quickly, providing excellent forage and habitat while helping to suppress weeds and retain soil moisture. Buckwheat also improves soil health when tilled under, acting as a natural green manure that restores organic matter and fertility. Ideal for both wildlife management and sustainable land use, it supports birds during key feeding seasons while enriching your soil for future plantings. Explore our buckwheat food plot seed or view our full buckwheat seed selection.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hancocks-duck-food-plot-mix","title":"Hancock's Duck Food Plot Seed Mix","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #32620e;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eDucks and geese are migratory birds, and they love to return to spots where they can expect a healthy food plot. Hancock's Duck Food Plot Mix uses a combination of millets and grains to create the perfect yearly getaway for avian visitors.~~~\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eHancock's Duck Food Plot Mix is specifically designed to feed waterfowl such as ducks and geese. Planting food plots or feed sources for ducks and other waterfowl will improve habitat and duck populations in your area.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication or Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePasture, Food Plot, Cover Crop \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 - 7 days, under optimal conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Locations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm Season, Transition Zone, Cool Season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 - 4 feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8+ hours, full sun for best results\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvantages:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSpecifically designed to feed waterfowl such as duck and geese.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant: \u003c\/strong\u003eRecommended Planting Time is Spring and Summer when nighttime temperatures are consistently 65+ degrees.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e Most Duck and Geese species are considered migratory birds. Migratory birds tend to follow similar patterns each year. Developing habitat, food plots or feeding programs for these birds will increase the odds of them stopping through your location year-after-year. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e Mixture:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e Hancock's Duck Food Plot Mix features the following mixture of seeds (mixture subject to change, depending on availability):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eJapanese Millet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eRice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eBuckwheat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eWhite Proso Millet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eWGF Sorghum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eTruckers Favorite White Dent Corn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e*Product packaging may appear different than what is pictured.\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDuck Plot Site Selection:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eSite selection in critical for success when planting for ducks and other waterfowl. Ducks and geese are naturally attracted to water, and use these water sources to locate food. Ducks are mostly herbivores, and normally consume grasses, seeds, fruits, acorns and aquatic plants. Be sure to find a location near a good water source, where they are naturally feeding, if possible. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e Try to plant the food plot close to the water's edge and uphill from the water source. If you're able to control the water level, or know of areas that typically flood...these areas will work best. Most ducks prefer shallow-water feeding (6 to 18 in.) areas, so keep this in mind when selecting a site for your duck plot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e Be sure to prepare the soil as well as possible when you're planting a duck food plot. If the area is covered in debris, grasses, or weeds, the seed will have a tough time getting established and producing seed or feed. These plots should be planted along water edges, low areas, or flooding areas for best results. Plant in areas that will not flood along your water source or duck pond for best results. Till the soil, if possible, apply the seed, and drag or roll to cover. The seed species included in this mixture will survive flooding after they are established (16-24 in. in height). Flooding of these species in the early stages of growth will suffocate the plants. Hold the water off until the plants have reached full maturity (75-90 days), if possible, and then allow the water back in.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"hancockseed.com","offers":[{"title":"40 lbs.","offer_id":5949583032352,"sku":"DUCKFP-MIX-40","price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2622\/2254\/products\/Hancocks-Duck-Food-Plot-Mix.jpg?v=1548019823"},{"product_id":"hancocks-turkey-food-plot-mix","title":"Hancock's Turkey Food Plot Seed Mix","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eGobblers love a delicious patch of forage, and Hancock's Turkey Food Plot Mix brings together the best bunch of millets, sorghum, buckwheat and chufa for an irresistible meal. Early, medium and late-maturity stages means they'll be around for a while!~~~\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e Hancock's Turkey Food Plot Mix is the ideal seed mixture for attracting wild turkeys and other wildlife. This mix is designed to provide season-long feeding, with early, medium and late maturity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eApplication or Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePasture, Food Plot, Cover Crop\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eGermination Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 - 7 days, under optimal conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Locations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm Season, Transition Zone, Cool Season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHeight: \u003c\/strong\u003e2 - 4 feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSunlight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8+ hours, full sun for best results\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAdvantages:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWith early, medium, and late maturity to provide season-long feeding.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant: \u003c\/strong\u003eRecommended planting time is Spring and Summer when nighttime temperatures are consistently above 65 degrees.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMixture:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eHancock's Turkey Food Plot Mix contains: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eBrown Top Millet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eWhite Proso Millet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eSorghum (WGF)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eChufa\u003cbr\u003eSesame\u003cbr\u003eBuckwheat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e**Mixture is subject to change depending on seed availability**\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e  \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e*Product packaging may appear different than what is pictured.\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eRemove all old vegetation to prepare a clean seedbed by means of a disc. Drag area to loosen and level any hard or uneven spots if necessary. Apply a slow-release starter fertilizer at the recommended rate of 250 lbs. per acre. Fertilize three times a year for best results. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e Broadcast seed at recommended rate. Drag or roll lightly to cover the seed no more than 1\/4 in. below surface. If you are overseeding an existing area, it is pertinent to mow existing grass low and incorporate seed 1\/4 in. into soil for best results. Apply irrigation for approximately 30 minutes each evening until soil is damp, and germination has occurred. Irrigate newly-seeded areas every other day until the sprout reaches 6 in., then water recommended three times a week if needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eApplication rate recommendation is 40 lbs. per acre during the Spring, after frost have concluded.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"hancockseed.com","offers":[{"title":"40 lbs.","offer_id":5949584998432,"sku":"TURKFP-MIX-40","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2622\/2254\/products\/Hancocks-turkey-food-plot-mix-HS-P70.jpg?v=1614306776"},{"product_id":"buckwheat","title":"Buckwheat Seed","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eBuckwheat is warm-season, broad-leafed annual, primarily used for weed suppression. Buckwheat is also popular among beekeepers because it produces an abundance of flowers, and a dark-flavored honey with a distinctive flavor. Buckwheat is also a great addition to any food plot for game birds, such as turkey, dove, ducks, and especially quail.~~~\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eBuckwheat is warm-season, broad-leafed annual, primarily used for weed suppression. Buckwheat is also popular among beekeepers because it produces an abundance of flowers, and a dark-flavored honey with a distinctive flavor. Buckwheat is also a great addition to any food plot for game birds, such as turkey, dove, ducks, and especially quail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Detail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eApplication or Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pollinators, Weed Suppression, Ground Cover, Cover Crop, Food Plot, Green Manure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eGermination Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 – 7 days, under optimal conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Locations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm Season, Transition Zone \u0026amp; Cool Season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 – 4 feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSunlight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6+ hours, full sun for best results\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvantages:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tolerant of moderate wet conditions and moderately acidic soils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recommended planting time is early spring or summer when nighttime temperatures are consistently 55+ degrees and 2 months prior to first frost.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Information\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eNon-GMO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCan tolerate moderately acidic soils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eTypically planted in early spring or fall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eGreat addition to cover crop mixes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eWill out-compete weeds if well-sown \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eBuckwheat, contrary to its name, is not related to wheat at all, and in fact is not even a grass. The species is actually more closely related to rhubarb, although we do not at all encourage using Hancock's particular variety of Buckwheat for home cooking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eBuckwheat grows best in soils with light to medium texture, good drainage and will tolerate moderately acidic soils. It is reportedly tolerant of poorly drained soils, but should be avoided on heavy or droughty soils. Buckwheat is planted in the northeastern United States and Canada in the summer, and in the southeastern United States in early spring or fall. Buckwheat can germinate and grow in temperatures as low as 45 degrees but optimal growth occurs at or above 55 degrees. Buckwheat is frost sensitive and does not survive even light frosts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBuckwheat should be planted at least 60 days before the first expected frost date or before the hot and dry season. A well-sown buckwheat will out-compete weeds. Buckwheat is also seldom damaged by insects or diseases. For this reason, buckwheat has no registered pesticides or herbicides. Buckwheat can be included in cover crop mixes with cow peas, soybeans, sunn hemp, or other warm season annuals. Buckwheat will being to flower within 3 to 6 weeks after planting and flower continuously for several weeks. Buckwheat grown for beneficial bugs should be allowed to flower for at least 20 days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e*Product packaging may appear different than what is pictured. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e                                         **Buckwheat Seed is Non-GMO**\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eBuckwheat seed will thrive in any one of the three climate zones, when planted during the Spring or Summer. Seed at a rate of 70 lbs. per acre when broadcasting, or 50 lbs. per acre when drilling, and fertilize at a rate of 250 to 300 lbs. per acre with a suitable fertilizer. Cover seed at a depth of half-an-inch to one inch. Buckwheat performs best when soil is at a pH of 5.0 to 6.5. Be sure to do a soil test before planting and treat accordingly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eBuckwheat Seed will grow for 10 to 12 weeks, and will grow to a height of up to 30 to 50 inches. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eBuckwheat produces a white flower, which makes it a reasonable addition to large flowerbeds, for both aesthetic and soil health purposes. 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