Selecting a small grain species that’s adapted to your growing conditions and market needs is the first step in reducing risks of organic small grain production. Other risk-reduction strategies ...

Small grains are an essential crop in Delaware, with over 105,000 acres planted in the state in 2016, with a value of $24 million. Fusarium head blight (FHB) is considered the most damaging pathogen ...

Rye comes from Europe and is the most winter hardy of all the small grains. It is often grown as a winter cover crop. It is adapted to a wide range of soils, but requires moderate fertility and ...

Oats origin is Asia and Europe. Feed oats are tolerant of heavy, wet soils. They are more winter sensitive than other small grains. Oats are an annual grass crop. They are a tiller plant and can be ...