Roots and Fodder

Roots & Fodder

Root Seeds

We have an extensive range of root and forage crops to suit all situations.

Fodder beet - Grassland Seeds: Fodder beet

Fodder beet is a high yielding energy crop, which can be lifted or grazed in situ. The roots have an excellent feed quality and they are very palatable to ruminant stock.

Swede - Grassland Seeds: Swede

Swedes provide a high energy autumn and winter feed. Swedes are the only true winter hardy feed. This means that they are suitable for the coldest sites in the UK.

Kale - Grassland Seeds: Kale

Kale provides a high yielding fodder crop which is high in crude protein and can be fed to all types of livestock.

Stubble Turnip - Grassland Seeds: Stubble Turnip

Firstly select which type of stubble turnip you are going to grow. Leafy types like Tyfon produce similar dry matter yields but in the form of leaf not bulbs. They are quicker growing and need utilising earlier.

Forage Rape - Grassland Seeds: Forage Rape

With its relatively low seed rate and inputs, forage rape is a popular choice with many livestock farmers. The crop has a wide sowing window and will provide excellent autumn/winter keep.