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California Red Oats Seeds, Certified Organic – Cover Crop, Hay & Forage
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California Red Oats – Certified Organic Cover Crop & Forage Grain
A cool-season workhorse for farmers, homesteaders, and gardeners alike. Certified Organic California Red Oats are prized for their fine stems, high yields, and versatility — whether you're building soil health, controlling erosion, or producing premium horse hay. With a slightly later maturity than Montezuma Oats (~13 days), they extend your harvest window and deliver exceptional forage quality.
Why Choose California Red Oats?
- 🌾 Premium hay & forage – fine stems make highly sought-after horse hay
- 🌱 Soil builder – excellent for adding organic matter and improving soil structure
- 🛡️ Erosion control – fast-establishing ground cover for slopes and bare soil
- ✅ Certified Organic – no synthetic inputs, safe for organic operations
- ❄️ Cool-season annual – ideal for fall and early spring planting
Planting Guide
- Plant Height: 24–60 inches
- Season: Cool-season annual cereal grain
- Seeding Rate: 2 lb. per 1,000 sq. ft. | 60–90 lb. per acre
- Maturity: ~13 days later than Montezuma Oats
- Best Uses: Cover crop, hay production, forage, erosion control, organic matter building
Seed Count Reference
- 1 oz – ~900 seeds
- 4 oz – ~3,600 seeds
- 1 lb – ~15,000 seeds
- 5 lb – ~75,000 seeds
- 25 lb – ~375,000 seeds
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