Perennial chicory

Puna II 

Puna II is a forage crop for use as a pure stand or part of a mixed sward in medium to long-term rotational grazing.

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Product overview

Puna II perennial chicory is the superior choice of chicory when seeking a broad-leaved forage crop as part of a mixed sward with grass and clover or grown alone in a pure stand. It can boost growth rates and productivity to finish stock earlier.

This perennial variety, bred in New Zealand, gives greater persistency lasting 2-5 years, longer than the short-lived common chicory.

Product benefits

  • Outstanding animal performance (e.g. lamb growth rates of 300-400g/day)
  • Yields up to 15tDM/ha in a season; crude protein up to 25%; D-value 70-80
  • High mineral content, including zinc, potassium and copper
  • Good tolerance to drought, acid soils and major pests
  • Rapid regrowth after grazing
  • Reduces the effect of internal parasites
  • Provides high-quality feed through the summer
  • Does not cause bloating

Usage instructions

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