For those south of my Albany, NY location, you can still plant spring oats now at 3 – 5 bu/a of grain type oats for a harvest by early October. If you are planting on program acres that do not allow a harvest until November 1, then a forage type oat that matures later is better. A grain type oat is preferred for dairy farms as it will get to heading sooner and so drop the moisture level closer to what you need for ensiling.
