Mangelwurzel or mangold wurzel (from German Mangel/Mangold, "chard" and Wurzel, "root"), also called mangold, [1] mangel beet, [1] field beet, [2] fodder beet and (archaic) root of scarcity, [3][4][5] is a cultivated root vegetable.

In bird food mixes the fodder beet provides an excellent source of seed in the mix's second winter. As a crop for animal feed fodder beet is planted in the spring from early - mid April and harvested in October/November.

Jan 20, 2025 · The mangelwurzel or mangold (Beta vulgaris) is commonly known as fodder beet, because it has been used as livestock feed in farming for centuries.

Fodder beet (Beta vulgaris subsp. vulgaris L.) is a biennial plant grown for its fleshy and swollen root. The size, shape and colour of the root are extremely variable and depend on the variety.

Sep 25, 2024 · Fodder beet, developed by ICAR-CAZRI, is a high-yielding crop ideal for arid regions, producing over 200 tons per hectare in 4 months. It thrives in poor soil and water conditions, improves livestock milk production, and requires low-cost cultivation.

Fodder beet is by far the highest yielding forage crop you can grow. The energy rich fodder beets are complementing the use of grass or protein rich legumes in the diet of cattle. Beet is highly digestible and the most energy-rich component of your cattle herd's diet.

Mar 28, 2018 · Fodder beet is a high-energy feed with the potential to deliver results for both the grower and the consumer. Beet is one of the highest-energy sources per kilogram of dry matter (DM) of all the forage crops and over 10,000ha are grown in Ireland each year.

When planning your fodder beet crop, consider soil chemical residues, seedbed preparation and a thorough weed and pest control regime, so the full yield potential of your crop can be achieved. The team here at Nufarm, leaders in crop protection, have put together this easy to follow guide, outlining key best-

Jan 19, 2024 · Fodder beet, also known as mangels, is a variety of beet specifically cultivated for its large, fleshy root. Unlike sugar beets, which are grown for their sugar content, fodder beet is primarily used as a high-energy feed for livestock.

Mar 10, 2022 · Fodder beet is a high-energy forage crop, consistently providing metabolisable energy (ME) of 12 MJ/kg dry matter (DM), improved livestock performance and outyielding alternative options.