Appin Turnip, an annual crop, has a significantly higher proportion of leaf yield compared to other turnips and has high digestibility. Appin turnip is club root tolerant with good frost resistance. Utilization is increased because after the tops are eaten off, stock cows, dry cows and ewes eat the bulbs. Grazing of turnips may taint milk so it is advised to keep keep dairy cattle off the turnips for 3-4 hours before milking.
Planting Date:
For extended grazing, plant in early to mid-summer
For summer grazing, plant in the spring
Planting Rate: 1-3 lbs/ acre
Depth: 1/4 to 1/2 inch
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