Buck Forage Oats

Hunter Forage Oats
High-Yield, Fast-Growing Oat Variety for Versatile Forage and Cover

Hunter Forage Oats are a premium oat variety selected for rapid establishment, robust growth, and excellent forage quality. Ideal for food plots, cover cropping, and erosion control, these oats produce abundant leafy biomass with high digestibility and protein content (12–16%), making them highly attractive to deer, turkeys, and other wildlife throughout the growing season.

Known for their cold tolerance and adaptability, Hunter Forage Oats can be planted in early spring or late summer for a fall food source. Their quick growth helps suppress weeds, improve soil structure, and provide protective ground cover.

• Maturity: 60–70 days to full forage production

• Cold Tolerance: Survives down to 20°F (–6°C)

• Seeding Rate:

  • 70–100 lbs per acre (drilled)

  • 90–120 lbs per acre (broadcast)

• Planting Depth: 1–1.5 inches

• Best Planting Time: Early spring or late summer (varies by region)

• Soil Preference: Well-drained loam or sandy loam; pH 6.0–7.5

• Fertility Needs: Benefits from moderate nitrogen applications for vigorous growth

• Bag Sizes: 5 lb, 25 lb, 50 lb

For wildlife managers and food plot enthusiasts seeking a reliable, fast-growing oat with high forage value and cold hardiness, Hunter Forage Oats deliver consistent results and sustained attraction throughout the growing season.