Forage Herbs

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Forage herbs, chicory and plantain are forage species high in trace elements with strong animal performance potential. Although used as an addition to pasture mixes, forage herbs may be used as specialist short to medium term forages. Deep rooted and heat tolerant, forage herbs are a highly palatable feed for grazing stock.

Types of Forage Herbs

Chicory

A short-medium term, leafy herb with high feed value and deep tap roots allowing it to thrive in dry environments. With strong summer growth activity, chicory is best suited as a 6 to 18 month summer forage with excellent livestock performance potential. Being high in minerals and with high forage quality, chicory is also a valuable component of pasture mixes to enhance summer yield and livestock performance.

Plantain

Plantain is a herb with a fibrous and coarse root system, that is well liked by animals. Sown either as a component of pasture mixes or as a special purpose crop, Plantain is a palatable summer-active, high quality forage.

Our Forage Herbs Cultivars

Chico

Chico

Chicory

A specialist summer crop or valuable pasture component.

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Oracle

Oracle

Plantain

A specialist summer crop or valuable pasture component.

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Forage Herbs

Grazing management and nutrition

Grown either as a specialised crop or as a component of pasture mixes, forage herbs should be managed similarly to other typical grasses or clover pastures.

Where to buy

Find your nearest Cropmark forage seed supplier.

Get in touch

Enquire here about Forage Herbs or call 0800 427 676.

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Forage seed selector

Need help selecting the right seed?

Use our forage seed selector to find the best Cropmark seed for your farm.

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