Small Grains

VNS Winter Rye Seed

Winter rye is a versatile winter cereal that excels as a cover crop. Known for its adaptability, it provides reliable soil stabilization, biomass production, weed suppression, and nutrient management. With a long planting window and the ability to germinate in soils as cold as 34°F, it is a dependable choice for maintaining soil health through the winter months.Benefits Soil Stabilization: Excellent at stabilizing soil and preventing erosion. Biomass Production: Produces significant biomass that adds organic matter. Weed Suppression: Strongly suppresses weeds for cleaner fields. Nutrient Cycling: Holds nitrogen near the surface to support spring fertility. Cold Tolerance: Germinates in soils as low as 34–35°F. Soil Adaptability: Performs well in low fertility and acidic soils. Characteristics Type: Cool-season Winter Cereal. C:N Ratio: 40–80:1 (supports nutrient cycling). Seeding Information Seeding Rate: 80–120 lbs/acre when planted alone; 20–90 lbs/acre in mixes. Bag Size: 50 lbs. Coverage: ~½ acre per bag at 100 lbs/acre. Planting Instructions Seeding Depth: 3/4 – 1½ inches. Planting Range: Late summer to fall for best establishment. Winter rye is a reliable cover crop that builds soil health, suppresses weeds, and protects fields through harsh conditions — making it one of the most trusted options for winter planting.

Certified Antigo Oats

High test weight, early maturity, and excellent milling characteristics.Why Choose Certified Antigo OatsReleased in 2017 by the University of Wisconsin–Madison, Antigo is an early maturing white oat that delivers an exceptional combination of grain quality and yield. Known for its consistently high test weight and efficient dehulling, Antigo is a strong performer for both commercial milling and feed use. Its maturity window and agronomic balance make it a dependable choice for oat growers in the Upper Midwest.Product Specifications Year Released: 2017 Hull Color: White Maturity: Early (1 day later than Badger, 2 days earlier than Esker) Plant Height: 2 inches taller than Badger, 2 inches shorter than Esker and Ron Lodging: Comparable to Esker and Natty Test Weight: Excellent Dehulling Efficiency: High Groat Percentage: Average Protein Content: High Oil Content: High Field Performance Antigo delivers high and stable yields across a range of growing conditions. Its early heading date and medium plant height support timely harvest, while still providing a competitive yield profile for northern climates.Grain Quality and Use Milling: Antigo is well-suited for milling thanks to its excellent test weight and high dehulling efficiency. Feed: Its high protein and oil levels also make it a strong candidate for livestock feed.

Certified MN Torgy Hard Red Spring Wheat

Great baking quality Medium test weight and excellent grain protein Great straw strength Excellent disease resistance Medium maturity Plant averages 30″ in height Seed at 120 lbs/acre

Certified Lacey Barley Seed

Certified Lacey Barley has become the new standard for feeding barley in the upper Midwest. Known for its high-quality forage and respectable tonnage, Lacey Barley is highly valued both for its forage quality and its malting and brewing characteristics. It is also an excellent option for replacing corn in cattle diets.Benefits High Yielding: Consistently top-yielding since its release. High-Quality Forage: Produces very high-quality forage with excellent yield to quality ratios when harvested at the boot stage. Versatile Use: Can be used as forage or as a replacement for corn in cattle diets. Malting and Brewing: Favorable for malting and brewing due to high malt extract, low soluble protein, and high alpha-amylase activity. Good Lodging Resistance: Sturdy and resistant to lodging, ensuring reliable growth and yield. Characteristics Type: Six-row barley with medium-sized kernels. Planting Range: Early spring for optimal growth. Seeding Rate: Sow seeds at a rate of 80-100 lbs/acre. Planting Instructions Timing: Plant in early spring for the best results. Seeding Rate: Use 80-100 lbs/acre to ensure optimal growth and yield. Certified Lacey Barley is a versatile and reliable option for farmers looking to produce high-quality forage or malt. Its excellent malting characteristics and high yield make it a valuable crop for both forage and brewing industries. The added benefit of good lodging resistance ensures a stable and productive crop season.

PIP 759 Soft Red Winter Wheat 50lb

Spring Triticale Seed

A close relative of wheat that results from pollinating Duram Wheat with rye pollen The resulting grain is then used in a breeding program to produce stable self-replicating triticale The basic objective in creating this cross is to capture the best traits of rye and wheat Triticale can be grown to produce grain or silage Grazing and cover crop options can also be good choices Potential exists to increase yields in other crops when added to rotation Look for reduced costs and risk management of weather too!

Winter Triticale - Gainer 154

Gainer 154 is a high-yielding early variety. Gainer 154 is an all around strong triticale variety that excels in both forage and cover crop applications. Fertility: Nitrogen & Sulfur– The plant will use 50lbs of Nitrogen and 10 units of sulfur per ton of dry matter to make 16% protein. For example, high yielding (4 tons of dry matter per acre.) triticale will uptake 200 units of Nitrogen and 40 units of Sulfur. Apply up to 50 units of Nitrogen at planting, followed by 100 plus units of Nitrogen at green up. Manure and legume credits can be applied but spring release of Nitrogen and Sulfur is every limited during cool weather. Follow soil test guidelines for other nutrients. Harvest Management: Wide-swath for best drying and ensile at 65%-70% moisture. The “haylage in a day” model is recommended for best fermentation and sugar preservation. For best results, cut prior to boot stage. Triticale’s window of harvest is wider than most other small grains, so it maintains quality longer. Always test for nitrates before feeding.

KWS Serafino Hybrid Winter Rye

Currently offered in 25 unit totes Highest yield potential Low in ergot; excellent grain quality Excellent straw strength Very good drought stress tolerance 1 Unit = 1 million live seeds TECH SHEET This product requires a signed license agreement prior to shipping - SIGN HERE

KWS Progas Hybrid Winter Rye

KWS Progas is a hybrid rye variety that was bred specifically for forage.  An excellent silage variety with tremendous forage quality and yields.   Hybrid for grazing and silage Very high whole crop yields Very good disease resistance Excellent forage quality TECH SHEET This product requires a signed license agreement prior to shipping - SIGN HERE