Winfred
Forage Brassica
A versatile, early maturing forage rape variety, Winfred is a cross between turnip and kale and a strong option for cheap feed. Demonstrating excellent regrowth potential, Winfred's flexibility allows it to perform well through summer and carry later into the season as winter feed if required. Its ability to withstand long dry spells coupled with a strong frost tolerance makes Winfred superior to most other brassicas
Sowing rate:
3-4 kg/ha
3 week old Winfred. In about 9 weeks it will be ready to graze. Providing high quality winter feed for cattle or sheep.
- Name: Sarah AusWest HQ
- Location: Aberdeen, NSW, NSW
We were very happy with how the Winfred performed with a very dry start to the season. The cows responded by a spike in the vat (litres of milk) and always grazed it well.
- Name: Rod Yarrington
- Location: Wingham, NSW
Here is a summer crop, Sown November 2016, Winfred and Millet mix.
Picture was taken Feb '17.
It fed ewe lambs!!!
Picture was taken Feb '17.
It fed ewe lambs!!!
- Name: WAL DYER
- Location: Merino, VIC
By going no till I have been able to minimise weed germination.
This practice is extremely rare in our district with everyone choosing to cultivate prior to planting a summer crop.
This practice is extremely rare in our district with everyone choosing to cultivate prior to planting a summer crop.
- Name: Tom Lucas
- Location: Carlisle River, VIC
Productive Pasture Solutions use Winfred to optimise winter carrying capacity. In 100 days of grazing we are able to add 800kg of live weight gain per Ha to weaner steers.
- Name: Damien Timbs
- Location: New England, NSW