CRP & Native Seed
We are happy to help with all your CRP & government cost share needs. We carry only select species & mixes on hand, but have access to nearly all species used in CRP mixes. It typically takes about a week to get a custom blend ordered & received. Our commonly stocked mixes include IL CP42 (Pollinator), CP43 (Prairie Strip), 327 (Field Border), CP2 or CP4 (Wildlife Habitat). We typically prepare CRP mixes on Fridays, so please plan ahead, as we are space limited and try to group several orders into one day each week.
To get an accurate quote for your project we will need a copy of the spec sheet from the FSA office. If your sheet does not include the farm and tract number, please include that as well.
Seeding Job Sheets can be emailed to info@midwestgrass.com or texted to (309)255-4623
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CP42 - Pollinator
Our mix is designed to meet IL 327 standards for Pollinator habitat. This mix has 3+ grasses and 20 + forbs and legumes giving it a diversity that lasts all season.
Stock: IL CP42, IL CP42 HEL, IL CP42 MCM interseed
Special Order: CP42 Wet, CP42 Monarch
CP43 - Prairie Strip
CP43 prairie strip is designed to offer strips of natural habitat around fields. This mix has been reformulated to contain only short grasses, so that it is eligible for SAFE.
Stock: IL CP43, IL CP43 HEL
CP33 / 327mixes
Our 327 mixes are designed to meet both CP2 and 327 standards. These mixes have either tall or short grass depending on which program you are enrolled in.
Stock: 327short, 327tall, 327short HEL
Special Order: 327 tall HEL
CP2 or 4, Mix 4
This mix offers three grasses and three forbs. It is a popular option for those with CP2 or CP4 contracts that do not require higher levels of diversity.
Stock: CP2 - Mix 4, CP2 - Mix 4 HEL
Additional Mixes
Most additional mixes can be easily ordered. It typically takes 5-10 business days for special order seed to come in!
Companion Crops
Many seedings require a companion crop. Companion depends on the time of year. For spring we offer oats, and in the fall/winter we have both cereal rye and wheat available.
Big Bluestem
Big Bluestem is a popular option for conservation and wildlife seedings. It has a distinctive color and is one of the tallest grasses we offer.
Rate: 8 - 10 lbs/acre
Little Bluestem
Little Bluestem is a great option for conservation seedings especially in areas with poor soils. It is a shortgrass that is typically 1-3" in height.
Rate: 6-8 lbs/acre
Sideoats Grama
Sideoats Grama is a popular conservation choice for erosion control. It reaches heights of 2-3' and is fairly drought hardy.
Rate: 8 - 10 lbs/acre
Indiangrass
Indiangrass is a common option for habitat and conservation purposes. This vibrant grass can reach heights of 3-7' tall!
Rate: 8 - 10 lbs/acre
Switchgrass
Switchgrass is a very popular option for habitat and erosion control. We stock Cave-In-Rock and can access other varieites upon request. It gets 3-6' tall.
Rate: 6-7 lbs/acre
Tips for success:
Always check with your county office and follow their instructions. Your county office may have specific rules or requirements that affect your payments, so their directions are important!