New fodder beet variety
Dairy, Beef & Sheep
Leaf lifter & Sugar beet harvester
Lift and Store & Graze in situ
October, November & December
Fosyma fodder beet is a new variety (National listed 2020).
It has been bred to provide a high energy feed for dairy, beef and can be mechanically harvested or grazed in situ.
Fosyma grows approx. 40% out of the ground, making the crop very easy to utilise.
Growing Guidelines
For the best results, crops should be sown in April into a fine moist seedbed.
Seed is supplied pelleted and includes both an insecticide and fungicide for maximum protection.
Target plant population is 100,000 per hectare.
Fertiliser and weed control are both important, please refer to LG’s “Essential guide to Forage Crops” for further details.
Feeding Crops
Crops should be ready for harvesting from October onwards. Fosyma can be mechanically harvested and stored for winter feed.
Roots are easily eaten, but chopping will help intakes and liveweight gain.
Fodder beets are very high in energy but low in protein, so access to other forages is important.
Some crops can be grazed in situ.