A very productive and leafy variety, characterised by its high yields.
It is a very winter hardy variety producing high crude protein yields.
Seed Rate | Pack Size | Seed Treatment |
2.5 - 7.5kg/ha | 1 & 5kg | Untreated |
Regular monitoring of the crop is still required as action may be needed in the event of heavy attack by flea beetle.
Stock should be introduced gradually over a two week period and an area of grassland should be available for animals to return to; water and hay or straw should also be made available. Please contact your supplier for further guidance.
Scale 1-9, where 9 = best or most pronounced
Kale Yield and Feed Quality | |
Average dry matter yield | 8 - 10 tonnes/ha |
Average fresh yields | 60 – 65 tonnes/ha |
Crude protein | 16 - 17% fresh, 19 - 25% ensiled |
Digestibility value | 68D |
Dry matter | 14 - 16% |
Metabolisable energy | 10 - 11 MJ/kg DM |
Sugars in DM | 17% |