A very economical, leafy, palatable crop that can be ready to graze in 13-15weeks of sowing. Ideal for strip grazing as a buffer feed to boost summer milk production and to supplement limited supplies of grass in the autumn.
For Sheep
A very economical, leafy, palatable, winter hardy crop that can be ready to strip graze in 13-15 weeks of sowing. Ideal as an autumn and winter feed for later lambing ewes.
HOBSON
High yielding with excellent powdery mildew resistance. Produces very palatable, digestible feed with a good crude protein content. A good mid-summer catch crop ideal for finishing lambs.
INTERVAL
Very high yielding winter hardy variety with excellent powdery mildew resistance. Fast to establish, can be ready to use in 10-12 weeks from sowing. Suitable for sheep or cattle.
Sowing pehod: June - mid August
Direct Drill: 2 - 3kg/acre. natural seed.
Broadcast: 4kg/acre. natural seed.
Graze 13-15 weeks from sowing
Av. DM Yield: 1.4 tonnes/acre
Av. Fresh Yield: 9 - 14 tonnes/acre
Crude Protein: 19 - 20% (mainly leaves)
ME: 10.6 - 11 MJ/Kg DM
