Preparation – Swedes

Thiram, a chemical compound called tetramethylthiuram disulfide, was used as a fungicide, primarily aimed at safeguarding crops against fungal diseases during cultivation and storage. Its effectiveness in protecting crops, including swedes, from harmful fungal infections made it a staple in agricultural practices. However, the European Union (EU) took a decisive step in 2019 by banning […]

Fodder beet and swedes are two popular forage crops that farmers often grow to feed their livestock during the winter months. Both crops are high in nutritional value and provide an excellent source of feed for sheep and cattle. However, there are some differences between the two crops that farmers need to be aware of

Swedes, a root vegetable related to turnips and rutabagas, play a significant role in stockfeed due to their high nutritional value. Incorporating swedes into the diet of livestock brings diverse benefits that contribute to overall health and productivity. In this article, we will explore the nutritional value of swedes for livestock and highlight the advantages

There is a lot of confusion in mainstream circles over the difference between swedes and turnips. Swedes and turnips are just different species in the brassica family. So naturally, they have similar growth patterns and shapes that make these two root crops easily confused. So let’s find out, what are the differences between turnips and