KN92 is Kohenoor International's flagship Pakistani alfalfa cultivar (Medicago sativa) — bred for COLD and continental climates with strong winter survival, frost tolerance and excellent spring regrowth. ISTA-certified, 0% dodder, exported by ISO 9001 + HACCP-accredited Kohenoor since 1957.
KN92 is the proprietary Pakistani alfalfa cultivar developed and exported by Kohenoor International. KN92 is specifically bred for COLD, continental and high-altitude markets where winter survival and crown frost tolerance are critical. Excellent regrowth performance after cold winters with strong root system reaching 3-5 meters. Disease resistance: Verticillium wilt, Fusarium, Phytophthora, leafhoppers. Persistence: 5-7 years under proper cold-climate management. Plant height: 70-90 cm. Leaf-to-stem ratio: 0.62-0.68 (high — premium hay quality). Crude protein: 22-24% at flowering. RFV: 165-180. Best dairy and forage cultivar for buyers in Russia, Central Asia, Eastern Europe, North China, South Korea, Mongolia and high-altitude Mediterranean regions.
Specifications
Variety code
KN92
Botanical
Medicago sativa L.
Climate fit
Cold · Continental · High-altitude · Winter-snow regions
Origin
Pakistan — proprietary Kohenoor International cultivar
KN92 is a Pakistani-bred Kohenoor alfalfa cultivar (Medicago sativa) selected for cold and continental climates. It offers strong frost tolerance and winter survival, with a vigorous root system and good regrowth after dormancy.
Which climates and countries is KN92 best for?
KN92 suits cold/continental markets such as Russia, South Korea, North China, Mongolia, Kazakhstan, and high-altitude or eastern Turkey. For hot or arid climates, choose Kohenoor's TAIZTAR variety instead.
What are the purity and germination specifications of KN92?
KN92 ships at ≥98% purity and ≥85% germination, ISTA tested, under HS code 120921. Every lot is guaranteed 0% dodder (Cuscuta) on the ISTA orange certificate.
What is the minimum order quantity for KN92 alfalfa seed?
The minimum order is 5 metric tonnes (a partial 20-foot container). A full 20'FCL of 25–27.5 MT is preferred for best freight economics. Lead time is 25–35 days from purchase order to vessel sailing.
Is KN92 alfalfa seed dodder-free?
Yes. Every KN92 lot is guaranteed 0% dodder (Cuscuta), mechanically and electronically cleaned, and certified on the ISTA orange certificate issued with each shipment.