Overview

Grasslands Puna chicory is a broad-leafed perennial herb with an extensive tap root which aids persistence, as well as contributing to the forage's high mineral content due to its uptake ability.  
                                                                  
• Outstanding animal performance

• Very high sumer productivity

• Perennial tap-rooted herb for excellent grazing or silage

• Good drought and pest resistance

• Proven milk production and liveweight benefits

Sowing Requirements

Chicory should be sown no deeper than 10mm. Seed may be broadcast or direct drilled under favourable conditions.

Spring sowings are recommended, however, early autumn sowing is possible, as long as the chicory has established before going dormant in the cool season.

Chicory combines well with most grasses and clovers and can be added to a pasture mix at 0.5-2 kg/ha.

Chicory stands are established at 4-6 kg/ha (Superstrike® treated seed), with white and/or red clovers at 6-10 kg/ha.

Superstrike® seed treatment is recommended to improve establishment.

Grazing Management

Chicory should be rotationally grazed for best performance and persistence. Hard grazing, particularly after flowering or damage to the crown in wet conditions, will affect
production and persistence.