Winter Kills.
Excellent companion in mixes.[/info_list_item][info_list_item icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^508|url^https://birdagronomics.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/oats-tn.jpg|caption^null|alt^null|title^oats-tn|description^null”]Oats are a great cover crop for beginners. They help to mellow soils, boost beneficial biology, and break down quickly after winterkilling. Quick growth helps to outcompete weeds and also control erosion. A great option for beginning cover croppers!
Type: Nutrient Scavenger (Grass)
Seeding Rate:
- Precision: 18
- Drill: 25
- Broadcast: 30
Planting Depth: 1 in.[/info_list_item][/info_list]
Benefits of Oats
Nitrogen Fixer: n/a
Nutrient Scavenger: Good
Soil Builder: Good
Compaction Relief
Topsoil: Good
Subsoil: Poor
Erosion Control: Excellent
Residue Decomposition: Moderate
Weed Suppression: Excellent
Grazing: Excellent
Forage Value: Good
Attracts Beneficial Insects: Fair