Later maturing than stubble turnips and with higher dry matter, higher yields and better winter hardiness. They have a growing period of 12 – 15 weeks and provide excellent autumn and early winter feed for sheep and cattle.

Green Globe turnips produce soft, easily eaten, roots that are well anchored into the ground, suitable for grazing by all types of stock. They will provide a very high fresh yield from large bulbs and are utilised between October and January, preferably strip grazed to reduce waste.

Seed Rate Pack Size Seed Treatment
Drill 2.5 - 3.5kg/ha Broadcast 5kg/ha 2kg 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

  • Main Crop Turnip

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.

Ratings

Scale 1-9, where 9 = best or most pronounced

Contact the forage team

Agricultural & Specialist Seeds Team:

Telephone: 01506 894820
Email: forage@dlf.co.uk

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