Grazed brassica and forage crops: crop choice and establishment

Find out how to choose the right crop for your farm, tips on establishing crops for grazing, expected costs and livestock performance.

Base your crop choice on the number and type of livestock to feed, when the land is available for sowing, and when the crop will be fed.

Including forage crop production, crop nutrition characteristics, stocking guidelines and expected costs.

Although best used as part of a planned rotation, field choice is key for success and to reduce environmental impact. Ideally, brassicas should not be grown continuously; between one in five and one in eight years is recommended. 

If you would like to order a hard copy of Using brassicas for Better Returns or the Forage First guide, please contact publications@ahdb.org.uk or call 0247 799 0069.