A quick growing crop often used for fall and winter grazing. Turnips mature in 12-14 weeks. Turnips can be used to supplement a rotational grazing system. After eating the tops, cattle will then eat the tubers. Turnip leaves can under certain conditions can cause a blood disease in cattle, but the risk can be reduced or eliminated with proper management.
Lifespan: | Annual |
Season: | Cool |
Habitat: | Plains |