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Trophy Rapeseed

    Description

    Rape's rapid forage growth produces quality pasture equivalent to alfalfa, with a crude protein value around 16-17%. Boasted for its nutrient scavenging abilities, rape can accumulate potentially large amounts of residual N up to 120lbs N/A. Also, root exudates secreted by rape are known to aid in turning insoluble P into a more available form. Rapes seed cost is by far the cheapest of all the brassica species, generally less than $1/lb. Adding rape in between wheat crops has been shown to greatly reduce take-all in wheat. Rape has an excellent, deep penetrating tap-root with a dense fibourous root mass surrounding the tuber.

    Trophy Rapeseed

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      Seeding Rate: 6-8 lbs per acre.

        Description

        Rape's rapid forage growth produces quality pasture equivalent to alfalfa, with a crude protein value around 16-17%. Boasted for its nutrient scavenging abilities, rape can accumulate potentially large amounts of residual N up to 120lbs N/A. Also, root exudates secreted by rape are known to aid in turning insoluble P into a more available form. Rapes seed cost is by far the cheapest of all the brassica species, generally less than $1/lb. Adding rape in between wheat crops has been shown to greatly reduce take-all in wheat. Rape has an excellent, deep penetrating tap-root with a dense fibourous root mass surrounding the tuber.

        When is the right time to plant?

        Trophy Rapeseed has a minimum germination temp of 41 °F. Reference your average soil temperature to determine ideal planting time.
        Read this article for more info: When Can I Start Planting?

        Basic Info

        N Fix Potential None
        Seeds/lb 175000
        C/N at Maturity Low
        Growth Habit Upright
        Root Type/Depth Medium Taproot
        Cold Kill 0 °F
        Dry Matter Potential 1 - 2.5 tons/acre

        Use & Characteristics

        Maturity 70-150 days
        Lasting Residue Fair
        Palatability Very Good
        Hay Harvest Fair
        Regrowth Good
        Deep Compaction Good
        Surface Compaction Good
        Weed Suppression Good
        Crimp Kill Moderate

        Planting

        Plant Depth 1/4 - 3/4"
        Min Germ Temp 41 °F
        Drilled Seed Rate 6-8 lbs/acre
        Broadcast Seed Rate 10-15 lbs/acre

        Tolerance

        Heat Good
        Drought Good
        Shade Good
        Wet Soil Fair
        Low Fertility Fair
        Low pH Soil Good
        High pH Salinity Good
        High pH Calcareous Good

        Not all seed is created equal

        We take pride in growing, sourcing, cleaning, and shipping all of our products to the highest standards.

        • We contract grow over 60% of the seed we sell with a network of growers across the USA.
        • We store our seed using automated systems that maintain optimum temperature and mositure levels to ensure excellent germination.
        • We test our seed every 6 months to ensure the highest quality and consistency for all the products we ship. 
        • We ship to all 50 states and several Canadian provinces. We always strive to offer the most cost-effective and timely deliver as possible.

        We walk with you

        Cover crops can be tricky, even scary at times, but we provide you the support you need for every step of this journey.

        Drawing upon our team’s expertise and experience, we collaborate with farmers, ranchers and soil health researchers to produce a bounty of free, educational resources. Each year, we release the Soil Health Resource Guide, webinar series, conferences, field days and more in order to help you to make informed decisions about your soils.

        And our expert sales team is always standing by and ready to help you with your cover crop questions.

        Faith Based, Farmer Built, Family Owned

        Like many farmers, faith and family go hand in hand with the day to day operations. We built our company to help people regenerate God’s creation to be enjoyed for many generations after us. Together with our family and employees, we’ve built this dream, and we’re all here to serve you and watch your soil health dreams become a reality.

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