- 4380 Sherman Rd, Slinger WI 53086
- info@kratzfarms.com
- 262-305-6631
High-yielding, disease-resistant oats built for reliable grain performance.
Esker 2020 is a Wisconsin-developed grain oat variety bred for consistent performance across Upper Midwest growing conditions. Released by the University of Wisconsin–Madison, Esker 2020 improves on the original Esker line with higher yield potential, strong test weight, and dependable disease resistance growers can count on.
Designed for grain producers who demand reliability, Esker 2020 delivers uniform stands, excellent standability, and proven results in regional trials.
Consistently ranks among top-performing oat varieties in regional trials
Produces clean, marketable grain with stong quality characteristics
Helps protect yield and grain quality thoughout the growing season
Medium-tall plant height with good lodging resistance
Developed and tested in Wisconsin for local conditions
Wisconsin Certified Seed is Certified for genetic purity, quality, and consistency through state inspection.
WEsker 2020 delivers the yeild, quality, and reliability today’s grain producers expect. With strong genetics and consistent field performance, its a smart choice or growers.
Esker 2020 oats from Kratz Farms is professionally cleaned and graded with state of the art equipment to ensure high purity, reduced weed seed, and uniform kernel size. The result is a premium-quality seed lot that plants smoothly and grows evenly.
Package sizes include
50 lb bags, 2000 lb bags, True Bulk
(Load hopper bottoms on site or deliver)
Esker 2020 is a certified oat variety developed by the University of Wisconsin–Madison and selected for consistent, dependable performance across Midwest and Northern growing regions. Built on proven genetics, Esker 2020 delivers strong yield potential, good test weight, and excellent disease resistance, making it a trusted choice for growers seeking reliability and flexibility in their oat acres.
Esker 2020 was bred to perform under a wide range of soil types and management systems. Whether grown for grain, forage, or livestock feed, this variety offers uniform stands, strong early vigor, and stable performance from planting through harvest.
Designed with Midwest growers in mind, Esker 2020 performs consistently in variable weather conditions and fits well into diversified crop rotations. Its balanced agronomic profile provides growers with flexibility, reliability, and confidence from planting through harvest.
Maturity: Mid-season, typically reaching heading in approximately 60–65 days
Plant Height: Medium to tall, averaging 36–40 inches
Standability: Good lodging resistance when properly managed
Wisconsin Certified Seed represents the highest standard in seed quality across the state. Backed by rigorous testing, field inspections, and industry-leading protocols, our certification program ensures that growers receive seed that is genetically pure, professionally produced, and field-ready for dependable results.
When you plant Wisconsin Certified Seed, you’re planting verified performance.
Our seed is professionally cleaned and graded to ensure high purity, reduced weed seed, and uniform kernel size. The result is a premium-quality seed lot that plants smoothly and grows evenly.
When harvested as forage, Esker 2020 provides excellent biomass production and palatability for livestock systems. Its uniform growth and dependable maturity make it well suited for green chop, silage, or grazing programs. As grain, it delivers solid test weight and dependable quality for feed or market channels.
We would love to speak with you.
Feel free to reach out using the below details.
(262) 305-6631
info@kratzfarms.com
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
4380 Sherman Rd.
Slinger WI, 53086