Videos

  • Annual ryegrass test plot at Auburn University’s E.V. Smith Research Center in Shorter, Alabama, showing uniform green rows under a cloudy sky with leafless trees in the background; overlaid text notes: Planted on October 21, 2025 and filmed on March 11, 2026

    2026 Annual Ryegrass Variety Trial | E.V. Smith Research Center

    Auburn University

    Shorter, AL

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    March 11, 2026

    Take a walk through the 2026 Annual Ryegrass Trial at the Auburn University's E.V. Smith Research Center!

  • Annual ryegrass test plot at Auburn University’s Blackbelt Research and Extension Center in Marion Junction, Alabama, showing uniform green rows under a cloudy sky with leafless trees in the background; overlaid text notes planting on November 13, 2023 and filming on March 11, 2024

    2026 Annual Ryegrass Variety Trial | Blackbelt REC

    Auburn University

    Marion Junction, AL

    |

    March 11, 2026

    This video highlights the maturity differences between varieties in a late-planted scenario.

  • A field with various patches of vegetation.

    Shenandoah Dairy Silage Trial

    University of Florida

    Shenandoah Dairy

    |

    February 2026

    Join us for a walk through the Shenandoah Dairy Silage Trial as we compare establishment, vigor, and forage potential across all ryegrass entries.

  • A patch of mowed grass.

    Shield Turf-Type Perennial Ryegrass

    Shield is an elite turf-type perennial ryegrass bred for exceptional turf quality and high resistance to gray leaf spot, rust, and summer stress. Ideal for home lawns, athletic fields, and high-traffic areas.

  • A store entrance

    Hat's Off to the Team

    Behind every single successful shipment, there is a host of unseen and unsung heroes who dedicate themselves to ensuring that the right seed reaches the right hands, in the right package, at the right time.

  • Hands holding coated seed.

    Your Coating Solution

    Every day, our seasoned technicians expertly handle a wide range of high-volume seed coating jobs. Our customer-centric approach ensures every detail is tailored to meet your requirements. From simple to complex coatings, we’ve got you covered.

  • 2020 Arial photo of Smith Seed Services facilities in Halsey, OR

    Your Seed Solution

    For over 60 years, we have been helping the international seed industry achieve their goals by providing day-to-day practical, yet expert seed solutions to help them succeed. We are your Seed Solution partner.

  • Two forklifts with loaded pallets of seed in a warehouse

    We Move Seed. We Move Fast.

    Every day our attentive shipping staff, state-of-the-art facilities, and trucking fleet move millions of pounds of seed with speed and accuracy. We handle all the paperwork and freight arrangement. Door to door, door to port, or will-call. We do it all.

  • A green lawn in the background overlayed with text: The Life of a Lawn: From Individual Plant to Green Carpet

    The Life of a Lawn: From Individual Plant to Green Carpet

    In this video, we look at how a lawn is established, from individual plant to green carpet. In a recent bucket study of Titan GLX tall fescue, we took an in-depth look at grass plants from the roots up.

  • Clover in the background overlayed with text: Balansa Clover at 77 Days: Impressive Growth!

    Balansa Clover at 77 days: Impressive Growth

    This video shows Balansa clover after 77 days of growth. It's already got an impressive root structure and nodulation. Amazing!

  • Hand holding Balansa Clover plant with extensive root system, showcasing its impressive 99-day growth in spring.

    Spring-Planted Balansa Clover: Is It Worth It?

    Is there any value in planting Balansa clover in the spring? This video highlights the remarkable root development of Balansa clover just 99 days planting.

  • A hand holding a Balansa clover plant with extensive root growth, with text highlighting its 99-day spring growth.

    The Incredible 99-Day Growth of Balansa Clover in Spring

    This video highlights the remarkable development of Balansa clover just 99 days after. See how this plant's extensive root structure can enhance soil health and more!