for 2005
C&M Seeds will be offering two different 50:50, barley and oat mixes. These mixes are an excellent option for livestock producers. The mixes are selected based on similar agronomic traits such as maturity and height, one is best for any given situation. For even greater standability, protein and total energy, consider Quantum Power Blends with its wheat, barley and oat mixture.
Manotick
and Formosa:
| Component |
Height
(cm) |
Days from seeding
to heading |
Leaf Rust |
| Manotick Oats |
118 |
56 |
0.0 |
| Formosa Barley |
91 |
52 |
2.0 |
- Use on higher fertility, stronger ground
- Good test weight
- Both similar in height and maturity
- Very strong straw
Manotick and OAC Baxter:
|
Component
|
Height
(cm) |
Days from seeding
to heading |
Leaf Rust |
| Manotick Oats |
118 |
56 |
0.0 |
| OAC Baxter Barley |
107 |
50 |
3.0 |
*A low score is desirable for lodging
(data from 2004 official trials)
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