Chicory
Chicory is a perennial herb for grazing with protein levels of 18% – 22%. Because of its very high energy, Chicory boosts milk production and is fantastic for fattening lambs and steers. University trials indicate an average daily gain on lambs of 0.66 pounds. It’s an excellent feed as well for goats and wildlife. Chicory can be a very valuable addition to most farms if managed properly. However, it really boosts first year production in new seedings of dryland pastures. It’s very high in mineral content, very high in digestibility, low in fiber and high in protein. Chicory gets blue flowers at maturity.
Management
For best persistance, Chicory needs a 25 day rest period between grazings. Chicory is not very persistent if it does not get a 25 day rest period between grazings.
Establishment
Drill 1/2 to 3/4 inch deep at 60-200 lbs/A or broadcast or aerial seed into standing corn at the higher rate from early September to November. Use 50-60 lbs/A in mixes. It can be used in a wide range of soil types and can be planted mono culture.
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Chiefton Reed Canarygrass
$4.54 per lb
Total (50 lbs): $227.00Chiefton Reed Canarygrass Seed from Byron Seeds is very wet and drought tolerant once established. Cover Crop seed in stock. Discounts available!
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Forage Feast Chicory
$7.20 per lb
Total (50 lbs): $360.00Forage Feast Chicory from Barenbrug Seeds with its deep tap root is drought tolerant and has sturdy summer production along with higher digestibility. Buy yours here!
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Grouse Chicory
$7.65 per lb
Total (50 lbs): $382.50Grouse Chicory from PGG is an upright uniformly broad leafed, drought tolerant, deep rooting, and productive, perennial herb, with improved cool season activity. Buy yours here!
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Six Point Chicory Or Antler
$7.88 per lb
Total (10 lbs): $78.80Six Point Chicory with its deep tap root is drought tolerant and high mineral content is excellent for breaking hard pans. Buy yours here!
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