A match through the ages - but how do you get the best out of this seemingly mismatched couple?

Forage rape and Italian ryegrass might look like opposites, but with the right approach, this partnership can deliver serious results. In this episode, we explore how sowing timing plays a critical role in setting the crop up for success, how to strike the right balance between brassica and grass, and the management decisions that keep both species performing.

Put in the effort to manage this relationship well, and the payoff can be well worth it!

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In this episode of The Al & Juddy Show, Dr. Alan Stewart reflects on his extensive career in plant breeding and how New Zealand’s agricultural landscape has evolved over the decades.

He walks through his early education, the influence of endophytes on pasture management, the challenges and innovations of the 1990s, and the emergence of new forage species such as plantain.

Dr. Stewart also discusses the major shifts driven by industry mergers and global expansion in the 2000s, along with the growing importance of environmental considerations in modern farming.

A useful collection of significant events from the past 40 years in New Zealand pastoral agriculture - and a glimpse at where it’s heading.

“It was a pretty primitive world. The endophyte discovery in the early 80s really changed everything.” – Dr. Alan Stewart.

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When it comes to reliability and regrowth, Spitfire forage rape has more than earned its reputation.

Late maturing with excellent stem palatability, Spitfire delivers high-quality feed through both summer and winter. And if you’re after a longer-term relationship, Spitfire plays nicely with ryegrass - offering the flexibility to be undersown for even greater feed options.

Across multiple stock classes, Spitfire stands out as a dependable, high-performing crop that keeps delivering when it counts.

Learn more about Spitfire forage rape here: www.agricom.co.nz/products/brassicas-and-beets/forage-rape/spitfire

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