Rifleman
Forage Rape
A strong yielding rape bred to be leafier for longer.
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Get startedBred by CHT Seed in New Zealand, Rifleman is a dual purpose rape that is exceptionally leafy with a high regrowth ability for multiple grazings. Rifleman is mid maturity rape and is ready for grazing on average 70 to 90 days post sowing, depending on environmental conditions which will dictate exact maturity time till grazing. Post grazing, regrowth is leafy with new leaves developing from low on the main stem delivering high quality feed for stock performance during Summer and Autumn. Expect two to three Summer and Autumn grazings depending on management and seasonal conditions. Rifleman yields well from a late Spring/early Autumn sowing and can also be used as a single graze option providing quality forage throughout the Winter.
Where it fits
Suited to farming systems that require a high yielding rape with the potential for multiple grazings over summer and autumn.
Agronomic Information
- Stem height: Intermediate
- Leaf to stem ratio: High
- Regrowth ability: Very high
- Disease tolerance: Very good
Animal safety
Recommended for:
- Dairy
- Beef
- Sheep
- Deer
Downloads
Rifleman technical documents
Sowing Information
- Sowing rate: 4kg/Ha
- Sowing depth: 1-2cm
- Sowing season: October to March
- Maturity: 70 to 90 days from sowing to grazing
Our sowing guides are a great way to compare a broad range of brassicas forages.
Sowing guides