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THOMAS FARMS
~ JAY , FL ~
Meet the Family
Payton & Leila
Payton is the Grandson of Wendell Thomas and the son of Stephen and Talia Jackson. He is a fourth generation farmer and has taken over the Chufa Business
Payton &Talia &Wendell
Three Generations of Farmers
Talia &Stephen
Talia is the daughter of Wendell Thomas. She is a third generation farmer, and both Talia and Stephen are a hardworking team dedicated to keep the farm running.
What Are Chufa Seeds & Why Do Turkeys Love Them?
Chufa (pronounced “chew-fah”) is a nut-producing sedge that grows small, sweet tubers underground. Deer, turkey, hogs, and other wildlife love to dig them up and eat them.
Benefits of chufa plots:
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Attracts deer and turkey to your property
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Great for late-season feeding
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Can re-seed itself when properly managed
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Adds diversity to your food plot program
If you’re looking for a reliable way to hold wildlife on your land, a well-managed chufa plot is hard to beat.
Planting & Growing Guide
How to Plant Chufa Seeds
You can keep this simple and practical (update for your zone & experience):
1. When to Plant
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Plant when soil temps are consistently above ~65°F
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Typically April–June in most southern regions (adjust by your location)
2. Site Selection
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Full sun
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Well-drained soil
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Avoid low, soggy areas if possible
3. Soil Prep
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Disk or till the area to create a smooth, weed-free seedbed
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A soil test is best, but chufa generally responds well to a balanced fertilizer
4. Seeding Rate
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25–50 lbs per acre depending on soil quality and desired density
5. Planting Depth
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Cover seeds about 1–2 inches deep
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You can drill or broadcast and lightly disk to cover
6. Maintenance
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Keep weeds controlled early so chufa can establish
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Once it’s growing strong, wildlife will handle the rest!
Free Advice:
Not sure how much you need or when to plant in your area?
Send us a message and we’ll help you plan your plot.
Pricing & Products
Standard Chufa Seed Bag
Size: 50lbs.
Covers: approx. 1 acre (depending on seeding rate)
Price: 1.40 per lb. or $ 70 per bag
Description:
Cleaned, high-germination chufa seed from our family farm. Perfect for all of your food plot needs!
Custom or Wholesale
Option: for larger orders (pallets) or by the ton
Description: Contact us for shipping pricing and order inquiries.
Shipping & Pickup
We ship anywhere in the continental U.S., Local pickup available
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Why buy from us?
Why our Chufa Seed?
Family-Owned: Every bag is handled by us, not a giant warehouse overseas.
U.S. Made: We are the only farmers in the United States who grows, gathers, & ships Chufa seeds
Fresh Seed: Packed for the current planting season
High Germination: Carefully cleaned and stored for strong stands.
Real Support: Have questions? You'll get a real person, not an automated message
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Contact us!
Call or Text:
(850)-736-5808
(850)-359-0133
email: ptjackson@thomasfarmschufas.com
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