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Five fodder crops that grow fast in winter

Berseem, oats and mustard greens give fresh fodder when grass is short.

Five fodder crops that grow fast in winter
Photo: Illustration: Bushelboard Farm (synthetic)

Key points

  • Berseem, oats and mustard greens give fresh fodder when grass is short.
  • Winter fodder cuts the cost of bought feed and keeps milk steady.
  • Berseem can be cut several times if irrigated on time.

Winter fodder cuts the cost of bought feed and keeps milk steady.

Berseem can be cut several times if irrigated on time.

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