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Winter Wheat

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Winter Wheat

Summary

Winter Wheat is a cold-hardy cereal grain that excels as a dual-purpose crop for forage and grain. Its deep roots stabilize soil, while its dense canopy suppresses winter weeds effectively.

Seeding Rates:

  • Drilled: 130 lb/acre
  • Broadcast: 156 lb/acre
  • Seeds per pound: ~14,000

Cost:

$0.34 / lb

Traits:

*Ratings are based on a scale of 0-10 (poor-excellent)
  • C:N Ratio: 78
  • Nitrogen Fixation: 0
  • Salinity Tolerance: 6
  • Tolerances: Grazing (6), Frost (7), Drought (7)

Soil Benefits:

  • Organic Matter: 5
  • Nutrient Cycling: 10
  • Weed Suppression: 9
  • Nematode Control: 0

Additional Uses:

  • Grazing: 6
  • Haying/Chopping: 7
  • Deer Food Plot: 10
  • Bird Food Plot: 4
  • Winter Stockpiling: 6

Planting Windows:

  • Early-Mid Spring: 3
  • Late Spring-Early Summer: 3
  • Mid-Summer: 5
  • Late Summer-Early Fall: 10
  • Mid/Late Fall: 8

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