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Oil Radish
Raphanus Sativus
£73.75
Sowing Period: Apr-Sep
Sowing Rate (Kg/ha) - 10-25
Sowing Depth: 1-2cm
Benefits
- Fodder Radish is a very quick growing green manure
- Very rapid to germinate, establish and suppressing weeds
- Will penetrate compacted soils with its strong deep rooting tap root
- Ability to draw up nutrients from the subsoil and scavenge nitrogen
- Fodder Radish also produces large amounts of organic matter
Variety: Iris, Octopus
Oil Radish produces large amounts of biomass and extended tap roots, making it ideal for soil conditioning. Nematode resistant varieties also have the ability to reduce beet cyst nematode (Heterodera schachtii) populations by over 90% (class 1) and 85% (class 2).
Solutions for Soil Health and SFI Compliance
Green Farm Seeds presents a comprehensive collection of Catch and Cover Crops designed to enhance soil vitality and help farmers meet environmental objectives. These mixtures are crucial for modern regenerative agriculture, playing a key role in protecting the soil from erosion, suppressing weeds, and preventing nutrient leaching between cash crops. The range includes mixtures made to align with current UK agricultural schemes, including the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI).
The collection features a variety of species and custom blends tailored for specific outcomes. Options include deep-rooting crops like oil radish to break up soil compaction, nitrogen-fixing legumes such as vetch and clover to improve fertility, and fast-growing mustards that act as biofumigants. Whether the goal is to improve soil structure, boost organic matter, or provide a habitat for beneficial insects, these cover crops are an essential tool for sustainable and productive land management.
