There are two types of Stubble Turnip

1. Leafy type, providing good anchorage and Winter hardiness

2. Bulbing type producing predominantly large palatable bulbs

Sowing Information

Sowing period                           = (1) April - June

                                                    = (2) July - Early September

Direct Drill                                  = 5kg/ha (2kg/acre)

Broadcast                                  = 8kg/ha (3kg/acre)

Yield & Feed Quality

Average dry matter yield          = 3.5 - 4.0 tonnes/ha

Average fresh yields                 = 38 - 40 tonnes/ha

Dry matter                                  = 8 - 9%

Crude protein                            = 17-18% (mainly leaves)

Digestibility value                      = 68-70%

Metabolisable energy               = 11 MJ/kg DM

Utilisation

• June - December 12-14 weeks after sowing

• Stubble Turnips are usually strip grazed

Useful Tips

• Split sowings if a relatively large acreage is to be drilled

• In dry conditions increase seed rate

• Always consider accessibility to land for dairy cow grazing

• Feed no more than 30% of total dry matter intake