Crops

A short-lived leafy herb with high feed value, chicory can be incorporated into a rotational grazing system through its active growing months.

Maize is a vital crop for many New Zealand dairy farmers; it also represents a significant investment in time and resources.

Fodder beet is a root crop with a high yield potential.

Kale is normally used as a winter feed crop. With a deep root system; it has good drought tolerance.

Plantain is highly palatable to animals, establishes rapidly, is pest tolerant and has a high mineral content.

Swedes are normally used as a winter feed crop. As they have a low tolerance to drought, swedes perform best in cooler, moist environments, however they do not like waterlogging.

Getting maximum profit and associated benefits from growing an area of turnips requires planning, a high conversion of crop into milk and good management.