Black Oats

Cereal
(Avena strigosa)

Similar to common oats but deeper rooting and an excellent green manure. Compared to other species it will grow at a lower temperature so a valuable late season option.

Uses

Greencover, soil improver

Sowing Rate

35kgs/acre

Persistence

Annual

Sowing Period

March to September

Yield Potential

4-5t DM per ha.

Management

In the spring it can provide some early sheep grazing before being incorporated. Growth will often require cutting topping prior to incorporating. Often sown in a mixture with a competitive legume like vetch.

Additional Info

Reliable green manure that is particularly useful if brassicas are in the rotation.

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