FORAGE RAPE

Brassica napus

Forage rape is a quick growing, leafy brassica plant. Forage rape can be sown from spring to autumn. The species provides a very palatable, high yielding, protein rich forage option. It can be grazed, used in cut-and-carry systems, or made into hay or silage.

It is fast to establish – effective in suppressing weeds.

• Builds organic matter

• Helps to improve soils structure

• Good soil cover

• Frost tolerant

• Improves water infiltration and water holding capacity

• Fast growing annual

• Suppresses weeds

• Improved soil nutrient availability

• Alleviates soil compaction