Spring Oats

A unique species that grows very quickly after planting (typically ready for grazing after 45-55 days or for hay in 65-70 days), spring oats tolerate wet areas more than most winter annuals and help with root-knot nematode suppression. Plant this high yield, high-quality forage in the fall (Sept-Oct) or late winter (Feb-Mar). Fall planted oats provide forage at a time where we need it most, late fall and early winter. Spring oats can also be planted in late winter for quick spring grazing, baleage production, and even dry hay.  Winter kill is an issue if temperatures reach the teens for several days. Consider planting spring oats with a cold-tolerant annual to ensure ground cover.