TILLAGE RADISH (25) PER KG 32203042
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Tillage Radish Raphanus sativus.
These are a variety of the long white daikon type that have great capacity to develop a deep and
broad tap root.
The root has some initial capacity to penetrate soils, then when the crop is slashed and the roots die, leaving the soil more porous and richer with organic matter.
It helps reduce soil compaction.
Ideal for breaking up hard soils in the vegetable patch
Quick germination:
Tillage Radish is also a short-term fodder option (10-12 weeks), with first grazing in about 5-6 weeks and 2-3 grazings possible before maturity.
Weed suppression:
Scavenges nutrients.
Drought hardy, lower-risk option due to the energy reserves available in the tuber and its ability to access subsoil moisture and nutrients.
Tillage Radish produces very palatable feed, suitable for all cattle and sheep.
Maximum fodder and tuber development occur when sown in January to Feb, although it can also be sown in autumn and spring to provide quick feed options.
This is the ONLY cover crop radish proven to increase the yields.
Common Questions
What is Tillage Radish and what's it used for?
Tillage Radish is a long white daikon type radish (Raphanus sativus) that develops a deep and broad tap root. It's used to break up hard soils in the vegetable patch. When you slash the crop and the roots die, they leave the soil more porous and richer with organic matter, helping reduce soil compaction.
Can I use Tillage Radish as fodder?
Yes. Tillage Radish is a short-term fodder option with first grazing possible in about 5–6 weeks, and 2–3 grazings are possible before maturity. It produces very palatable feed suitable for all cattle and sheep. Maximum fodder and tuber development occur when sown in January to February, though it can also be sown in autumn and spring to provide quick feed options.
When should I sow Tillage Radish?
Maximum fodder and tuber development occur when sown in January to February. However, Tillage Radish can also be sown in autumn and spring to provide quick feed options. It has quick germination and is drought hardy, making it a lower-risk option.
What are the other benefits of growing Tillage Radish?
Tillage Radish offers weed suppression and scavenges nutrients from the soil. Its drought-hardy nature and ability to access subsoil moisture and nutrients make it a lower-risk option. It's also the only cover crop radish proven to increase yields.
Do you ship this product Australia-wide?
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