Chicory
The secret weapon for summer feed gaps
Chicory is a high-performing summer crop that keeps your pasture system powering through when traditional grasses slow down. Its deep taproot pulls moisture from lower soil levels, helping it stay green, leafy, and productive during heat and dry spells. Highly palatable and nutrient-dense, chicory delivers excellent liveweight gains and supports strong milk production, making it a favourite for dairy, sheep, and beef systems.
With fast regrowth and reliable persistence, it fills feed gaps, boosts animal performance, and adds real resilience to your pasture mix. Chicory is the smart, low-stress way to keep your herd thriving through summer pressure.
Chicory brings both performance and flexibility to modern New Zealand pasture systems. Its high digestibility and rich mineral profile make every bite count, helping animals convert feed efficiently and maintain condition even in tough summer conditions. Farmers value its rapid establishment and consistent regrowth, giving them a dependable forage option when other species struggle. Whether used as a standalone crop or mixed with ryegrass, clover, or plantain, chicory lifts overall feed quality and supports better daily gains. With strong persistence and excellent animal acceptance, it’s a proven way to keep productivity high and pasture planning simple season after season.
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