Northern Research and Demonstration Farm

Oat Variety Trial

Authors: Brian J. Lang (Iowa State University) , Sarah Carlson (Practical Farmers of Iowa) , Stefan Gailans (Practical Farmers of Iowa) , Matt Schnabel (Iowa State University)

Abstract

Oats are a major spring-sown, small grain crop in Iowa. Oats can be used for grain and straw production, as a companion crop to establish hay and pastures, or for early-season forage as hay or haylage. Because oats mature in late July to early August, it allows for cropping options for the remainder of the season, including establishment of a perennial forage or cover crop, and timely window for a mid-season animal manure application.

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How to Cite: Lang, B. J. , Carlson, S. , Gailans, S. & Schnabel, M. (2016) “Oat Variety Trial”, Iowa State University Research and Demonstration Farms Progress Reports. 2015(1).