Bowhunter, IMO, rye or tricale is an essential component of plots in the north country. It provides forage in the fall, but more importantly, it’s the first thing to green up in early spring when north country deer are most vulnerable. Plot palabilty for any crop is dependent on getting your soil in good shape. With very low ph, your crops are hard pressed to absorb what nutrients are available in the soil. In that sense, with low enough ph, lime is more important than fertilizer. Take a look at the deerhuntingforum.com if you’re looking to up your plotting efforts. It is a community where folks are particularly happy to share their knowledge.
