Only available one month before planting season
5 - 6 kg/ha
Plant Dec - March
TILLAGE RADISH
Raphanus sativus
Tillage-type or Daikon radishes produce a large taproot. As the name suggests, its large root can break through compacted layers and plough pans - improving drainage, water infiltration, and air movement through the soil profile. The roots can reach down to 2m deep.
Tillage-type radish acts as a catch crop – absorbing and retaining nutrients that may otherwise leach out of the soil and can be made available for the next crop.
Fast establishment and a thick canopy provide good weed suppression. Radish often forms part of “insect havens” – where its flowers attract pollinators and beneficial insects.
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Builds organic matter
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Helps to improve soils structure
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Improves water infiltration and water holding capacity
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Fast growing annual
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Suppresses weeds
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Improved soil nutrient availability
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Alleviates soil compaction
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Natural biofumigant (variety dependent)