Elbon Cereal Rye

Rye has a fibrous root system that reduces surface compaction. It can be planted later than other cover crops because it requires lower temperatures for germination and growth. Fall-planted rye absorbs nitrogen from the soil. Vigorous spring growth helps suppress weeds through competition and allelopathy. Rye can be treated in the spring by rolling, mowing, or alternatively by crimping after emergence. Rye produces higher yields than other cereals when planted in drought conditions or on poor or sandy soils.