A-LIST Seed:  
Setting the Benchmark for Sustainable Turf Management

A ‘MUST READ’ if you are overseeding or building a new field this Autumn.

The Alliance for Low Input Sustainable Turf (A-LIST) is transforming turfgrass management by promoting high-performance, low-input solutions. A-LIST emphasises sustainability, helping turf managers maintain exceptional turf quality while minimising environmental impacts. 

Headquartered in Oregon’s Willamette Valley in the USA, a renowned grass seed production region, A-LIST is a non-profit organisation that brings together universities and industry experts. It focuses on testing, identifying, and promoting grass varieties that deliver superior performance with reduced inputs. 

Transparency and Rigorous Testing

A-LIST ensures credibility and transparency by adhering to strict protocols and working with nationally recognized universities in the U.S. The organisation mandates participation in the National Turfgrass Evaluation Program (NTEP) for all approved seeds, further enhancing trust in its certification. 

What Does A-LIST Accreditation Mean?

A-LIST certification signifies excellence in turfgrass performance under low-input conditions. To achieve accreditation, turfgrass varieties must meet the following rigorous criteria:

• Minimal Input Requirements:
      i. Low nitrogen rates. 
     ii. No fungicides (except for Pythium control at seeding). 
    iii. Reduced irrigation under chronic drought and heat stress. 

• Disease Resilience: Proven resistance to a broad range of turf diseases.

• High Turf Quality (TQ): Consistent density, durability, and visual appeal.

• Proven Performance: Success demonstrated over two years at two different locations.

These stringent requirements ensure that only the best varieties receive the A-LIST designation, offering turf managers reliable and sustainable options for high-quality turf.

Seed Solutions for Turf Managers

At Living Turf, we provide a range of seed solutions tailored to your turf management needs. Our portfolio includes A-LIST certified straight varieties, which are individually tested for outstanding performance, and MATCHplay® Challenger seed blends, designed for versatility and quality across a variety of applications. 

A-LIST-Approved Blends

While A-LIST seeds are assessed individually, seed blends can also be certified as A-LIST approved. These blends must meet specific requirements:

√ Contain at least 65% A-LIST Approved Varieties. 

√ The remaining 35% must consist of certified turf varieties—forage varieties, uncertified varieties, or VNS (Variety Not Stated) material are not allowed. 

√ Feature the A-LIST Approved tag on packaging, ensuring transparency and quality assurance.

This thorough approval process ensures that A-LIST blends, like Living Turf’s MP STADIUM, provide measurable benefits to turf managers, balancing exceptional performance with reduced environmental impact. 

MP STADIUM: The A-LIST Solution for ANZ Turf Managers

Living Turf’s MP STADIUM is the first A-LIST accredited ryegrass blend across Australia and New Zealand (ANZ). It showcases the advantages of A-LIST certification, delivering a high-performance, low-input solution specifically tailored for the region. 

Why Choose MP STADIUM?

Living Turf’s MP STADIUM is the first A-LIST accredited ryegrass blend across Australia and New Zealand (ANZ). It showcases the advantages of A-LIST certification, delivering a high-performance, low-input solution specifically tailored for the region. 

1. Elite Turf for Sports Surfaces
MP STADIUM is engineered for high-traffic areas, such as sports fields, where durability and recovery are critical. It germinates quickly, offers exceptional wear tolerance, and establishes a dense, dark green sward that ensures superior cut quality.

2. Tailored for ANZ Conditions
Developed with ANZ climates in mind, MP STADIUM thrives in local conditions, providing reliable performance for turf managers across the region.

3. A-LIST Certified Performance
Meeting and exceeding all A-LIST standards, MP STADIUM demonstrates outstanding drought tolerance, disease resistance, and low-input efficiency, making it a sustainable choice for overseeding or turf establishment.

If you’re looking for a seed blend that combines innovation, sustainability, and reliability, MP STADIUM is the solution. Contact your Living Turf technical representative today to learn how A-LIST certified seeds can transform your turf management strategy.

For more information about A-List Seed and/or any of the products mentioned above, please contact your friendly Living Turf Technical Sales Agronomist.

Living Turf® is a subsidiary of Greenshed Pty Ltd, an Australian business that also boasts leading brands including; Precision Turf®, Greenspace 4D®, Turf Forensics®, MATCHplay®,Challenger® Turf Seeds, The Lawn Shed®, and LawnOnline®.