Rapeseed
Description
Rapeseed is versatile enough to be planted in the spring for a summer cover, or may be utilized in the fall for a winter cover crop.
Rapeseed works great as a dual purpose crop, adapting to a wide range of soil types and conditions.
Rape tends to be extremely drought tolerant and stands frost better than some of other brassicas. Because of its winter-hardiness, it’s common for growers to get multiple grazing cycles when feeding rape.
Quick facts
Strong biomass production makes it great for fall and winter grazing
Offers the most grazing cycles of brassica when planted in alte summer/early fall
Performs well in poor soil fertility conditions
Likely to overwinter in transition zone and south
Buying details
Price (per lb)
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Seeding rate (lbs per acre)
4 – 6
Seeding Depth
1/4" – 1/2"
Seeds per lb
145,000
Seeding date
April – May
Aug – Sept.
Emergence Time (Days)
4 - 10