Forage Plus Oats—a premium oat selection known for vigorous emergence, high forage tonnage, and top-tier feed value. Farmers trust Forage Plus for its rapid growth, soft, leafy forage, and reliable performance in both spring and fall plantings. Whether used alone or in a mix, Forage Plus Oats deliver nutrient-rich feed and improve soil structure, making them a smart, flexible choice for any operation.
Consistent stands and uniform growth across a wide range of soil types and growing conditions.
Forage that Performs
Kratz Farms Green Mix Product (Forage Plus Oats mixed with Arvica 4010 Peas) produces soft, palatable forage that supports intake and ration flexibility in dairy systems and helps fill forage gaps with quality feed that fits high-performance dairy rations.
Fast Feed for Tight Forage Windows
With rapid emergence and flexible planting windows, Green Mix fits both planned forage programs and short-notice feed needs. Simple management and consistent performance make it a practical choice for operations of any size.
Forage Plus Oats are a high-performance oat variety selected for rapid establishment, excellent forage quality, and reliable growth in a wide range of conditions. Ideal for grazing, green chop, silage, or use as a cover crop, these oats deliver fast biomass, strong early vigor, and exceptional palatability. Their dense root structure improves soil health and helps reduce compaction while providing dependable feed value for livestock.
Whether you’re looking for a quick-growing forage option or a productive seasonal cover crop, Forage Plus Oats offer versatility, nutrition, and consistent results.
Additional Benefits
Ideal For Grazing Systems
Soft stems and leafy growth allow for rotational or continuous grazing with strong regrowth potential.
Predictable Performance
Consistent stands and uniform growth across a wide range of soil types and growing conditions.
Why Choose seed from Kratz Farms
Clean, Premium Conditioning
Our seed 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.
Ideal Planting Dates for Wisconsin
Southern WI
March 10 – April 15
Central WI
March 25 – April 10
Northern WI
March 20 – April 5
Planting early is especially important for Antigo Oats to optimize test weight, avoid heat stress, and achieve maximum tillering.
PLANTING INFORMATION
Recommended Seeding Rate (Wisconsin)
Drilled Seeding Rate
100–120 lbs per acre Ideal for most forage and cover-crop applications. Drilling provides the most consistent stand and best seed-to-soil contact.
Broadcast Seeding Rate
100–130 lbs per acre Use higher rates when broadcasting to ensure uniform coverage and compensate for lower soil contact.
Forage / Grazing Mixes
100–120 lbs per acre when blended with brassicas, ryegrass, clover, or other species. Adjust based on mix density and desired forage balance.
Fall Cover Crop
100–120 lbs per acre Promotes quick biomass and effective ground cover before frost.
Spring Forage
100–120 lbs per acre Produces leafy, high-quality forage for grazing or balage.
Seeding Depth
1–1.5 inches deep
Avoid planting deeper than 2 inches in Wisconsin’s cool spring soils.
Management Tips for Best Performance
Use Certified Antigo Seed for reliable uniformity, test weight, and disease resistance.
Consider 30–40 lbs N per acre at planting for strong early growth.
Roll after seeding on loose seedbeds to improve seed-soil contact.
Avoid planting into cold, saturated soil—wait for soil temps near 40°F and rising.
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