Certified Haymaker Seed Oats | Dual-Purpose Forage & Grain | 25 kg bag

Premium Certified Dual-Purpose Oats for Forage & Grain Production

Certified Haymaker Seed Oats is a premium Alberta-grown variety specifically bred for superior dual-purpose performance in both forage and grain production. Meeting rigorous Canadian Seed Growers' Association Certified No. 1 standards, Haymaker delivers exceptional biomass for hay, silage, and greenfeed, while also producing outstanding grain quality for livestock feed. With superior straw strength to resist lodging, disease resistance, and fast establishment, Haymaker is the versatile, high-yielding oat variety Canadian producers trust.

Key Performance Features:

• Certified No. 1 Quality - Meets Canadian Seed Growers' Association certification standards
• Alberta Grown - Adapted to Canadian prairie conditions and climate
• Dual-Purpose Variety - Excellent for both forage and grain production
• High Forage Yield - Exceptional biomass production for hay, silage, and greenfeed
• Superior Straw Strength - Resistant to lodging for cleaner harvests
• Excellent Grain Quality - Premium feed grain for livestock
• Disease Resistant - Built-in protection for reliable stands
• Fast Establishment - Quick germination and vigorous early growth

Certified Seed Advantage:

• Canadian Seed Growers' Association Certified No. 1 quality
• Guaranteed varietal purity and germination standards
• Inspected and tested to meet strict certification requirements
• Traceable genetics ensure consistent performance
• Higher germination rates than common seed
• Investment in quality pays dividends in yield and reliability

Dual-Purpose Versatility:

• Forage Production - Exceptional biomass for hay, silage, and greenfeed
• Grain Production - High-quality feed grain for livestock operations
• Flexible Harvest - Cut early for forage or mature for grain
• Risk Management - Dual options provide flexibility based on market conditions
• Maximum Value - Choose the most profitable use for your operation

Superior Forage Performance:

• High forage yield delivers maximum tons per acre
• Exceptional biomass production for hay and silage
• Excellent palatability and nutritional value for livestock
• Ideal for greenfeed in mixed cereal-pea systems
• Fast growth provides timely forage when needed
• Superior straw strength prevents lodging and maintains quality

Excellent Grain Quality:

• Premium feed grain quality for dairy, beef, horses, and poultry
• High test weight and plump kernels
• Excellent energy and protein content for livestock nutrition
• Superior straw strength ensures clean grain harvest
• Resistant to lodging reduces harvest losses and foreign material

Straw Strength & Lodging Resistance:

• Superior straw strength stands up to wind and rain
• Resistant to lodging for cleaner, easier harvests
• Maintains upright growth even under heavy grain loads
• Reduces harvest losses and foreign material contamination
• Easier combining with less downtime and equipment wear

Disease Resistance & Reliability:

• Built-in disease resistance protects yield and quality
• Reduces risk of crop failure from disease pressure
• Minimizes fungicide needs and input costs
• Reliable performance across diverse growing conditions
• Consistent stands and predictable results

Versatile Applications:

• Hay Production - High-yielding, palatable forage for premium hay
• Silage - Excellent biomass and fermentation characteristics
• Greenfeed - Fast-growing forage for emergency or supplemental feed
• Grain Production - Premium feed grain for on-farm use or sale
• Rotational Grazing - Quick-growing forage for intensive grazing systems
• Cover Crop - Rapid biomass production and soil improvement
• Nurse Crop - Protects establishing legumes and grasses

Ideal For:

• Dairy Operations - High-quality forage and grain for balanced rations
• Beef Producers - Versatile feed source for backgrounding and finishing
• Horse Farms - Premium oat hay and grain for equine nutrition
• Mixed Farms - Flexibility to produce forage or grain based on needs
• Greenfeed Systems - Fast forage production in cereal-pea mixes
• Hay Producers - High-yielding, quality hay for premium markets
• Grain Growers - Reliable feed grain production with lodging resistance

Agronomic Guidelines:

• Seeding Rate (Forage): 90-120 lbs per acre for hay/silage
• Seeding Rate (Grain): 80-100 lbs per acre for grain production
• Seeding Rate (Greenfeed): 60-80 lbs oats + 40-60 lbs peas per acre
• Planting Depth: 1-2 inches deep
• Best Timing: Early spring seeding as soon as soil can be worked
• Soil Requirements: Adapts to wide range of soil types; prefers well-drained
• Fertility: Responds well to nitrogen; moderate phosphorus and potassium needs

Harvest Timing:

• Hay/Silage: Cut at boot to early heading stage for optimal quality
• Greenfeed: Harvest at soft dough stage for maximum yield and quality
• Grain: Combine when grain moisture reaches 14-16%
• Flexibility: Dual-purpose nature allows harvest timing based on needs

Alberta Grown Advantage:

• Adapted to Canadian prairie climate and growing conditions
• Proven performance in Alberta and western Canadian environments
• Locally grown seed supports Canadian agriculture
• Climate-adapted genetics ensure reliable results
• Tested and proven in conditions similar to your farm

Product Specifications:

• Variety: Haymaker Oats
• Certification: Certified No. 1
• Origin: Alberta Grown
• Type: Dual-purpose forage and grain variety
• Key Advantages: High yield + superior straw strength + dual-purpose flexibility
• Best Use: Hay, silage, greenfeed, grain production, rotational grazing

Make hay (or grain!) with Certified Haymaker Seed Oats. This premium Alberta-grown, dual-purpose variety gives you the flexibility to produce exceptional forage or quality grain—backed by Certified No. 1 quality, superior straw strength, and the high yields Canadian producers demand.