Food Plot
Plant More. Hunt Better.
Anilogics food plot seeds are made for those who seek proven attraction, maximum nutrition, and season-long results.
Every blend in the Anilogics lineup is developed using a science-backed approach to deer behavior and forage palatability. Curated in partnership with Lee Lakosky’s real-world hunting experience, each mix is engineered to do two things: draw deer in and keep them coming back. Whether you’re managing a 1-acre kill plot tucked inside a woodlot or a 5-acre destination field designed to hold deer through the season, there’s a seed blend dialed in for your situation.
The lineup spans Spring, Summer, and Fall planting windows, with options for every soil type, sunlight condition, and hunting goal. From fast-establishing no-till mixes to high-tonnage brassica blends engineered for maximum late-season carbohydrate pull, Anilogics has removed the guesswork from growing food plots that actually produce deer encounters. Pair your seed selection with Anilogics minerals and supplements to build a complete habitat nutrition program on your property.
Brassicas, Clover, which plot fits you?
Not every food plot serves the same purpose. The right blend depends on when you’re hunting, what your deer herd needs nutritionally, and how much time and equipment you have to work with. Here’s how to match the Anilogics lineup to your situation.
- High-tonnage Fall brassicas like Double Decker and CRUSH® The Perfect 10 are the go-to for hunters running kill plots or wanting maximum late-season draw. The lush leafy tops feed deer early, then energy-dense bulbs like turnips, sugar beets, radishes, and rutabaga keep deer locked onto your plot as temperatures drop and natural food sources dry up.
- Perennial clover blends like CRUSH® Pro Clover, CRUSH® Holy Clover, and Rapid Rack are the right call for hunters who want a multi-year destination plot with high protein content year-round. Clover supports antler growth in bucks and lactating does in Spring, stays green through early frosts, and can last 3–5 years from a single planting with proper maintenance.
- Warm-season Spring and Summer plots like Summer CRUSH® are built to feed deer during the off-season months when natural forage is less nutritious and bucks are growing antlers fast. These nitrogen-fixing legume blends also double as a cover crop: broadcast your Fall brassicas directly into the dying Summer stand for a seamless transition that improves soil fertility and reduces your fertilizer bill.
- Single-species add-ons, including CRUSH® Pro Sugar Beets, CRUSH® Chicory, and individual radishes, turnips, and collards, let experienced food plot managers customize or overseed their existing stands. Pair any seed program with Anilogics attractants to drive deer to your plots from greater distances during the pre-rut and rut.
FAQ
What is a food plot?
A food plot is a planted area of cultivated forage specifically managed to attract, hold, and nutritionally support whitetail deer and other wildlife on a property. Unlike natural browse, food plots allow hunters and land managers to control what deer eat, when they eat it, and where, concentrating deer activity in predictable areas during hunting season. Anilogics offers purpose-built seed blends for every goal, from fast-establishing kill plots to large-scale destination nutrition plots designed to improve overall herd health.
What is the difference between a Spring food plot and a Fall food plot?
Spring and Summer food plots are planted after the last frost and focus on high-protein legumes and warm-season forages that fuel antler growth, support lactating does, and condition the soil through nitrogen fixation. Fall food plots, including brassica blends like CRUSH® The Perfect 10 and clover-wheat mixes like Rapid Rack, are planted 6–8 weeks before the first frost and are timed to be at peak attraction during archery, rifle, and late seasons. Browse the full Fall or Spring planting to see which blends fit your window.
How do I know which food plot seed blend is right for my property?
The right blend depends on your planting window, plot size, sunlight, soil conditions, and hunting goal. Anilogics built the Seed Selector Guide Quiz specifically to match hunters to the right product in a few quick questions. You can also download the Pocket Seed Guide for a quick-reference chart comparing the full lineup by season, seed type, sunlight requirement, and plot purpose. In general: for quick attraction in a shady kill plot, choose Green Mile®. For maximum late-season tonnage, choose Double Decker or CRUSH® The Perfect 10. For a multi-year nutrition plot, choose CRUSH® Pro Clover or Rapid Rack.
What food plot seed is best for a small kill plot?
For a small, secluded kill plot where you need fast germination and high browse pressure tolerance, Green Mile® is hard to beat: it’s hunt-ready in 2–3 weeks and requires only 3 hours of sunlight. If you want to maximize scent and late-season pull in your kill plot, Double Decker and CRUSH® The Perfect 10 both work well in 1–2 acre plots and are hunt-ready in 3–4 weeks. To drive additional deer traffic to the plot, complement your seed program with CRUSH® or Black Ops attractants placed near your stand.
Which Anilogics blend works best in low-sunlight or shaded areas?
Green Mile® is the strongest performer in low-light conditions, requiring only 3 hours of sunlight per day and working in subpar soil pH down to 5.5. CRUSH® Pro Clover also performs in partial shade, needing 4+ hours. For plots with full sun (6+ hours), higher-yield options like Double Decker and Summer CRUSH® will produce their maximum tonnage. Always check the Seed Selector Guide or the Pocket Seed Guide for sunlight requirements before choosing a blend.
How long does it take for food plot seeds to attract deer?
Most Anilogics blends are hunt-ready within 2–4 weeks of planting when conditions are right. Green Mile® is the fastest at 2–3 weeks, while CRUSH® The Perfect 10 and Rapid Rack are hunt-ready in 3 weeks. Double Decker takes up to 4 weeks but delivers a two-stage attraction window: deer browse the protein-rich leafy tops first, then return heavily once the high-carbohydrate bulbs develop in mid-to-late season. Timed planting 6–8 weeks before your first frost ensures peak attraction aligns with early bow season.
Can I plant an Anilogics food plot without a tractor or heavy equipment?
Yes. Several blends are specifically designed for minimal-equipment planting. Green Mile® was built as a no-till, broadcast-and-go formula: broadcast spread into a lightly prepped area and drag or rake for seed-to-soil contact. CRUSH® Pro Clover can even be frost-seeded in late Winter by broadcasting onto frozen ground without any soil tillage. For any blend, the key requirement is a weed-free, firm, even seedbed, achievable with a hand-operated broadcasting spreader and a light drag. Check the Herbicide Guide for weed control tips ahead of planting.
Do I need to use herbicides in my food plot?
Herbicide use depends on your existing weed pressure and the blend you’re planting. A clean, weed-free seedbed is the single most important factor in food plot establishment success. For pre-plant weed control, a glyphosate burndown is recommended for most blends. Post-plant, grass-selective herbicides like Arrest Max are compatible with brassica blends such as Double Decker without harming the broadleaf crop. For clover plots like CRUSH® Pro Clover or Rapid Rack, clover-safe herbicides can extend the life of your stand by suppressing competing grasses. Visit the Anilogics Herbicide Guide for a product-by-product breakdown of herbicide compatibility.