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Australian Purple Top

turnip

  • Selected for improved Diamondback Moth (DBM) tolerance
  • Maturity in 12-14 weeks
  • Selected in dryland conditions
Australian Purple Top (APT) turnip is an Australian selection from the popular Mammoth Purple Top (MPT). It was bred for increased tolerance to dry conditions in Australia and diamondback moth attack. APT has excellent leafy tops and large round bulbs. All APT seed is certified, which ensures true-to-type and meets strict standards including purity and germination. When purchasing APT seed you are making an investment in quality. APT reaches maturity in 12-14 weeks.
Suitable For

Sowing Rate: 0.5-2kg/ha
Rainfall: Minimum 600mm per annum
Weeks to Grazing: 12-14 weeks
Pasture Life: Annual
Soil Fertility: High (Olsen P 20+)

Bred for increased tolerance to dry conditions and Diamondback Moth

Australian Purple Top (APT) is an Australian selection from the popular Mammoth Purple Top turnip. Bred for increased tolerance to dry conditions in Australia and Diamondback Moth. APT has true leafy tops and large round bulbs. APT is a mid-maturing variety suitable for beef, sheep and dairy operations.

Pasture seed sowing rate (sole): 1-2kg/ha
Pasture seed sowing rate (mixed): 0.5-1kg/ha

Rainfall

Minimum 600mm rainfall per annum unless irrigated

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