Forage plus

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.

High Tonnage
high quality

Fast Growth. Thick Cover. Flexible Performance.

Benefits

Key Benefits of Forage Plus Oats

🌱 Fast Establishment

Rapid emergence and early vigor provide quick ground cover and early forage availability.

🌾High Forage Yield

Produces abundant leafy biomass for grazing, green chop, balage, or silage.

🌿Excellent Feed Quality

Highly palatable with strong digestibility, supporting livestock intake and performance.

🚜 Versatile Use

Performs well in spring or fall plantings and works as a standalone forage or in mixed species blends.

Soil Health Benefits

Dense root structure helps reduce compaction, improve soil structure, and increase organic matter.

Predictable Performance

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.

Professionally
Conditioned

Kratz Farms Forage Plus Oats  is professionally conditioned to ensure consistent seed distribution and uniform field performance.

Multiple
Package
Sizes

Package sizes include

50 lb bags, 2000 lb bags, True Bulk 

(Load hopper bottoms on site or deliver)

Grow with Confidence

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.

Contact Us

We would love to speak with you.
Feel free to reach out using the below details.

call us

(262) 305-6631

Email Us

info@kratzfarms.com

Opening Hours

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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4380 Sherman Rd.
Slinger WI, 53086