Description
Mainstar Forage Rape – Leafy, Palatable Feed with Strong Regrowth
Mainstar is a well-balanced forage rape, delivering leafy, high-quality feed with strong regrowth potential. It’s ideal for rotational grazing, especially in dairy and sheep systems looking to stretch feed supply over multiple grazings.
Bred for improved palatability and grazing recovery, Mainstar has a high leaf-to-stem ratio, making it a great option for finishing stock or bridging summer and autumn feed gaps.
Looking for a flexible summer brassica? Mainstar offers leafy feed, great palatability, and strong returns over multiple grazings.
Key benefits of Mainstar Forage Rape:
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High utilisation – soft-leafed, easy to graze
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Reliable regrowth – supports multiple grazings
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Fast establishment – graze in 10–12 weeks
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Good pest and stress tolerance – performs in variable conditions
Variety | Mainstar Forage Brassica |
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Maturity | 70-90 days |
Sowing rate | 3-4kg/ha (standalone), 1-2kg/ha (mix) |
Spring companion species | Chicory, Plantain, Red Clover, Forage Millet |
Autumn companion species | Ryegrass, White Clover, Chicory |
Number of grazings | 2-4 |