Mascani winter oat

Established Milling Oat

Mascani is the most widely grown winter oat in the UK,but is now being superceded by new higher yielding, quality varieties. It is a stiff strawed variety with good disease resistance.


With its exceptionally high kernel content, excellent specific weight, large grains and low screening losses, Mascani remains popular.

Grain Quality
Kernel content % 75.2
Specific Weight (kg/hl) 53.4
Screenings (<2.0mm) 2.5
Kernel colour yellow

Source: AHDB RL 2025/26

Agronomics
Resistance to lodging 7
Straw length (cm) 128
Ripening (days +/- Mascani) 0
Disease Resistance
Mildew 6
Crown rust 5

MORE INFORMATION