Mainstar is a highly palatable modern early maturity rape with quality frost resistance and excellent regrowth potential after grazing.
It is a very versatile brassica with extremely good aphid tolerance.
The main strength of Mainstar is the early maturity leading to the potential for earlier grazing which will extend the grazing period for
stock.
Mainstar is suitable for a wide range of soil fertility and environmental conditions.
| Seed Rate | Pack Size | Seed Treatment |
| 6 - 10kg/ha | 10kg and 25kg | Untreated |
Stock should be introduced gradually over a two week period and an area of grassland should be available for animals to return to; water and hay or straw should also be made available. Please contact your supplier for further guidance.
Technical Specifications
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About Your Countryside
Your Countryside is DLF's diverse range of species and specialist mixtures, including Game Cover, Environmental Stewardship, Root Crops and Cover Crops. If you are struggling to find something to suit your needs, please contact your local technical expert who will be able to assist and advise you on your specialist mixture.
Contact the forage team
Agricultural & Specialist Seeds Team:
Telephone: 01506 894820
Email: forage@dlf.co.uk
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Environmental Seeds
DLF has a range of straights and mixtures that support the environment, whether that's through building habitats, improving soil conditions & water infiltration.
GFE Options
GFE is a grant scheme available to all eligible farmers in Wales. The scheme supports the growing and utilisation of crops, which can result in improvements in the environmental performance of a farm business.