Sod-RX: A Soil Recovery System for Sod Production

WHAT IS IT

  • Sod Rx is a rate specific, two-species soil recovery system:
    • eNhance Perisan Clover: 4 lb/acre
    • TapIt Hybrid Brassica: 4 lb/acre
  • Seed Cost: $24 per acre
  • Built for sod renovation windows where predictable soil recovery matters.

WHAT SOD RX DELIVERS

  • Soil structure & recovery
  • Improved water infiltration
  • Provides biological alleviation of shallow compaction
  • Creates deep macropores for rooting depth in the next sod crop
  • Accelerates recovery after harvest
  • Scavenges residual nutrients below the sod root mat
  • Fixes nitrogen to support the following sod crop
  • Designed for rapid nutrient cycling with minimal immobilization risk (low C:N residue profile)
  • Early-season weed suppression through rapid canopy closure
  • Reduces bare-ground exposure during renovation windows
  • Sod performance support
  • Support stronger sod root systems in subsequent crops
  • Restores biological activity after harvest disturbance

PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATION (The “System” Part)

  • Minimum effective growing window: 60 days
  • Shorter durations may not deliver meaningful compaction relief, nutrient cycling, or soil recovery benefits. 
  • Best-fit window 60-75 days (terminate prior to bloom)
  • Not intended to overwinter
  • Sod Rx is a managed soil recovery system, not a plant-and-forget cover crop mix.

WHY THIS SYSTEM WORKS

  • Deep TapIt taproot penetrates compacted layers
  • Cover balances residue quality and adds biological nitrogen
  • Low C:N residue supports fast mineralization
  • Controlled biomass prevents residue headaches

BIOMASS MANAGEMENT 

  • Mow to 2-3 inches to control excessive growth
  • Terminate no later than 75 days (prior to bloom)
  • Encourages continuous root turnover
  • Speeds nutrient availability
  • Maintains a clean field surface

POTENTIAL ADDITIONAL BENEFITS (Under Evaluation)

  • Potential biofumigation effects from TapIt residue decomposition are currently under evaluation. Under favorable conditions, brassica glucosinolate breakdown products may reduce pressure from certain soilborne pests and pathogens.
*Tapit Hybrid Brassica and Sod Rx are proprietary technologies of GO Seed. Patent applications pending or in preparation. Unauthorized reproduction, propagation, blending, or commercial use is prohibited.
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Nitrogen Fixation

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Erosion Control

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Weed Control

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Compacted Soils

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Nutrient Recycling

Water Infiltration

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Quick Growth

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Quality Forage

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Nematode Control

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Beneficial Insectary

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Drilled
Broadcast
Seeding Rate:
8lbs/acre
10lbs/acre
Planting Depth:
<1/4"
Ideal Soil:
Sandy to Clay
Ideal Planting Season:
Fall or spring

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