8 Questions
What is the best soil suitability for oats?
Well-drained soil with a pH 5.5 or greater
When are winter oats typically sown?
Late October
Which elements are commonly found in fertilisers for crop growth?
N, P & K
What is the recommended moisture level for harvesting oats?
Around 12%
Which fungal disease of oats is spread by rain?
Leaf Blotch
What is the viral disease transmitted by aphids that affects oats?
Barely dwarf virus BYDV
What are leatherjackets in the context of oat cultivation?
Crane fly larvae that feed on the crop
What is the typical sowing time for spring oats?
March
Test your knowledge about the decline of oats in Ireland and the rise of barley and maize as replacements. Explore the various uses of oats, from animal bedding to human consumption, and learn about the ideal soil conditions and sowing times for cultivating oats.
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