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Puna II Chicory

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Description

Puna II perennial chicory seed can produce a broad-leaved forage crop that can be grown in the UK as a pure stand.

Perennial chicory can also be a key part of multi species swards with clover, or grass and clover, for medium-long term rotational grazing (two to five-year persistency).

Key Benefits

  • Outstanding animal performance (e.g. lamb growth rates of 300-400 g/day).
  • Yields up to 15 t DM/ha in a season; crude protein up to 25%; D-value 70-80.
  • High mineral content, including zinc, potassium and copper.
  • Good tolerance to drought, acidic soils and major pests.
  • Rapid regrowth after grazing.
  • Reduces the effect of internal parasites.
  • Provides high-quality feed through the summer.
  • Does not cause bloat.

Sowing Info

Sowing rate 13.00 kg/ha (5.25 kg/acre)
Sowing time March/April or August/mid-September
Sowing depth Maximum 15 mm (1/2 inch) or broadcast
Sowing instructions Drill into a fine tilth

Moist and warm soil conditions (minimum 5˚C)

Roll before and after drilling for good soil-to-seed contact

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