Forage Turnip

Brassica rapa

Forage Turnips are an annual brassica crop that has a significantly higher proportion of leaf yield compared to other turnips and with higher digestibility.

Turnips have a much higher ratio of leaf to root than purple top turnips
Planting dates of July to early September
Monostand seeding rate 5 LBS per acre at a depth of 1/4 to 1/2 inch
High yielding and high quality forage qualities
Intended for grazing and are an excellent choice for forage for deer
High seedling vigor and fast establishment
For extended grazing, plant in early to mid-summer

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Star Seed is a leading supplier of conservation and forage seed to the central U.S., offering custom mixes and contract production for ag and reclamation markets.

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Growing Region

Midwest, Southeast, Pacific Northwest

Species Attributes

Seeds Per lb
193,000
Growing Region
Midwest, Southeast, Pacific Northwest
Native
Introduced
Life Form
Forb
Life Cycle
Biennial
Light Requirements
Sun
Precipitation Requirements
Medium
Mature Height
1-3 ft
Flowering Season
Cool/Warm Season
Bloat/Non-Bloat
Bloom Color
Bunch/Sod

Star Seed is a leading supplier of conservation and forage seed to the central U.S., offering custom mixes and contract production for ag and reclamation markets. Visit our parent company The NativeSeed Group.