When it comes to fast-growing, cost-effective forage crops, forage rape and stubble turnips are two of the most popular choices for UK farmers. But which one is right for your system?

Forage Rape
✔ Quick to establish – ready to graze in 10–12 weeks
✔ Excellent regrowth potential
✔ Ideal for late summer or autumn sowing
✔ Works well as a break crop in arable rotations
Best for: extending the grazing season for sheep or cattle, or slotting into tight windows.

Stubble Turnips
✔ Bulb-producing with high energy content
✔ Reliable yield – great for finishing lambs
✔ Suited to summer sowing for autumn/winter grazing
✔ Often more palatable for livestock
Best for: short-term finishing or flushing stock before tupping.

At Greenland Seeds, we supply both options — along with hybrid brassicas for added flexibility. If you’re unsure which suits your rotation, grazing pressure, or weather window, we’re happy to help you decide.

Plan now for better grazing later.