Variety traits

Turnip rape yield

Brassica rapa L. subsp. campestris (L.) A. R. Clapham

Turnip rape yield is a key indicator of its productivity, measured in centners or tons per hectare. Average yields for modern winter turnip rape varieties range from 28–33 dt/ha.

In the reference 30 varieties crop Field mustard, where this is mentioned in the description.

Field trials with multiple replications are used to evaluate turnip rape yield, taking into account yield structure components such as the number of seeds per pod and the 1000-seed weight. Typical seed yields for the winter form range from 28–33 dt/ha; adverse conditions can reduce yields to 11–16 dt/ha, while optimal agronomic practices allow for 30–35 dt/ha or more, with a maximum of about 50 dt/ha.

Turnip rape productivity depends heavily on moisture availability, especially during the flowering and seed-filling stages, as the crop has a high transpiration coefficient. Proper sowing dates to ensure successful overwintering and the application of nitrogen fertilizers play a crucial role. Although turnip rape yields are on average 10–20% lower than those of oilseed rape, it is valued for its earlier maturity and stability in regions with harsh climates.

General information about the subject — on the page Yield.

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Varieties of Field mustard mentioned in the description

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