Maris Kestrel Kale (NI)
Maris Kestrel kale is a high-quality, cost-effective winter feed for all classes of stock.
Maris Kestrel kale seed can help overcome grass shortages towards the end of summer.
This high-yielding, high leaf-to-stem ratio variety is highly digestible and suitable for grazing.
Main uses
- Ideal for out-wintering
- Good later summer/early autumn feed for cattle or sheep
- Solution to late-season grazing deficits
Key benefits
- Outstanding leaf-to-stem ratio
- High whole plant D-value
- Vigorous early growth
- Resistant to lodging
- Good winter hardiness
Note: Sow at 2-3 kg/acre from May to the end of June. Feed from July to the following February.
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| Sowing rate | 5-7.5 kg/ha (2-3 kg/acre) |
| Sowing time | May to late June |
| Sowing depth | 15 mm (1/2 inch) |
| Sowing instructions | Drill into a fine tilth
Moist and warm soil conditions Roll before and after drilling for good soil-to-seed contact
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