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

Antigo oats are an early maturing white oat released in 2017 by the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Known for its consistently high test weight and excellent milling quality, it provides a dependable combination of yield and grain performance. With balanced agronomics and efficient dehulling, Antigo is a trusted choice for oat growers across the Upper Midwest. Benefits Reliable Yields: Strong performance across northern growing environments. Timely Harvest: Early maturity supports efficient harvest schedules. Versatility: Well-suited for both commercial milling and livestock feed. Characteristics 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 Seeding Information Seeding Rate: 2.5–3 bushels per acre (typical oat recommendation) Bag Size: 50 lbs Coverage: ~1 acre per bag at standard rate Planting Instructions Seeding Depth: 3/4 - 1 1/2 inches Planting Range: Early spring for best establishment Soil Preference: Performs best in well-drained northern soils Antigo delivers a dependable balance of yield and quality, making it a proven option for both food-grade milling and livestock feed markets.

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

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 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