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2017 Kentucky Small Grain Variety Test Results Available

The University of Kentucky Small Grain Variety Testing Program evaluates wheat and barley varieties that are commercially available or may soon be available to farmers. Annual variety performance testing provide farmers, seed producers, extension agents and consultants with current, unbiased information to help them select the varieties best adapted to their locality and individual requirements.

Seven wheat variety tests are conducted at seven locations throughout the state under either No-Till or conventional tillage. Barley, oats, triticale and cereal rye varieties are evaluated at one test location. Additional tests for wheat varietal differences in straw yield and forage yield potential are conducted at one location.

2017 KY Small Grain Variety Performance Test Report

2017 KY Small Grain Variety Test Results (Excel Tables)

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