Dipper is a very fast-establishing diploid. It has excellent cold tolerance and rust resistance. It was developed and proven to have high forage quality related to animal performance. It is a very high yielding cultivar that reaches maturity early. This makes Dipper ideal for spring grazing. Dipper offers high palatability, high sugars, high energy, and a very highly digestible NDF (NDFd) Dipper is excellent for green chop, aquaculture rotation, and overseeding pastures. This deep-rooted variety is a great option as a cover crop when looking for an option to alleviate compaction and build soil structure while covering and holding the soil.