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Originally posted by Dusty Britches View PostWe had 3 consecutive nights below 30 last week. I think we will be getting more next week.
I also think next year I may just plant straight oats. Maybe. They did a pretty good job wiping out the oats and rye grass that was in the blend.
I've had really good luck just planting wheat and oats and mixing a little clover in.
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Originally posted by ATI View Postif going through the trouble to plant, why not plant peanuts, soy and other protein rich beans, corn,,, etc...?
Turnips and Radishes do several things, provide a food source, bust up the soil hard pan, create compost for the spring, prevent soil erosion and put nutrients back in the soil.
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Originally posted by Radar View PostTurnips, radishes are planted in the fall for cover crops. The plants you mentioned will not survive in the cold of winter. Turnips are also packed with protein.
Turnips and Radishes do several things, provide a food source, bust up the soil hard pan, create compost for the spring, prevent soil erosion and put nutrients back in the soil.
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Originally posted by Dusty Britches View PostGot another hard freeze this morning. Yes I'm getting pictures of some does.
So... how do I know when I can pick some turnips and which ones to cook in my house? Might as well, right?
Peel and cube them and boil with a little bacon grease, little salt, little sugar. One of my favorite fall treats!
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Originally posted by gingib View PostMy deer wouldn't touch them even after 2-3 freezes. I will never plant them again
They’re just now starting to eat some of the turnips, here. In December when we get into the low 20s/teens at night more consistently, they’ll really hit them. Getting down to 30 for a few hours isn’t going to freeze the ground.
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