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Leafy Turnip 'Skyfall' (Conv.)

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Skyfall leafy turnip is a quick growing catch crop and high protein forage. The deep root of Skyfall allows strong regrowth potential and 2-3 grazings. Conventional untreated seed. More details below.

Sow Months:  May-September
Sow Rate:   5-8kg/ha   2-3kg/acre

 

Leafy Turnip 'Skyfall' Seed

  • High Protein forage for dairy, beef and sheep
  • 'Bounce back brassica' - regrows after grazing
  • High sugar content with low nitrate content provides good fodder quality and promotes digestibility
  • With a fast vegetative development - 10 to 12 weeks from sowing to grazing - also suitable for late sowing
  • Great break crop - the dense leaves help suppress weeds and protect against wind and water erosion
  • Intensive root system actively promotes soil life and improves the soil structure
  • Highly digestible catch crop, producing around 4.5t DM (30-35 tonnes fodder) per hectare within 10-12 weeks from sowing
More Information
SKU SKYFALL-1
Persistence 1 Year (Winter Hardy)
Single Variety or Mix Single Variety
Special Features Suitable for Grazing, Fast Establishment, ACRES Scheme
Brassicas Yes
Grasses No
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