Below is a list of all known varietals for Rye. Click on a varietal name to view more detailed information.
| Varietal Name | Description | Soil Texture | pH Range | Organic Matter | Salinity Level | Hardiness Zone | Humidity | Water (in/wk) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abruzzi Rye | An Italian winter rye variety prized for its cold tolerance, frequently grown in southern United States as a cover crop. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Almota Rye | Winter rye variety commonly grown in the Pacific Northwest, known for high biomass production and use as a cover crop. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Alpine Rye | Rye bred for high altitude and cooler conditions, often grown in mountainous regions. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Aroostook Rye | A winter rye from Maine, USA, known for rapid growth and erosion control in cover cropping. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Bonel Rye | A Swiss rye variety known for its excellent cold tolerance and grain quality, often used in baking. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Brasetto Rye | A high-yield hybrid rye valued for early maturation and used for grain in bread and distilling. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Caribou Rye | A high-yielding variety performing well in both cold and temperate climates, used for grain and forage. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Carsten Rye | A German variety popular in Northern Europe, bred for high yields and robust growth in colder climates. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Danko Rye | A Polish winter rye variety known for high yields and disease resistance, widely grown in Europe. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Elbon Rye | Cold-hardy and typically used as a cover crop to suppress weeds and improve soil quality. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Forest Rye | A wild rye species commonly used in soil stabilization and forested environments. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Gaspard Rye | A French rye variety favored for its fine grain and quality in baking, also suitable for pasture use. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Gazelle Rye | A high-yielding rye variety bred for silage and forage, known for rapid growth and biomass production. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Hazlet Rye | A winter-hardy Canadian rye variety that performs well in diverse soils, used for grain, forage, and cover cropping. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Helltop Rye | A cold-tolerant variety from Sweden with high grain quality, often used for baking and spirits. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Hybrid Rye | A group of rye varieties bred for high yield, improved disease resistance, and better grain quality. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Imperial Rye | A variety used for high grain production, favored in brewing and distilling. Noted for its large grains and quality consistency. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Kustro Rye | Dutch hybrid variety bred for disease resistance and high grain yield, often used in brewing and bread making. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| KWS Bono Rye | A German hybrid rye known for high grain yields and resistance to lodging, often used in bread production. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Lovaszpatonai Rye | Hungarian variety with exceptional drought resistance and adaptability to poor soils, grown for grain and forage. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Maton Rye | Commonly grown in North America for high yields, cold tolerance, and cover crop use. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Merced Rye | Winter rye variety suited for temperate climates, grown for high grain production and milling. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Merlin Rye | A high-yielding hybrid rye used in bread making and other grain-based products. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Northland Rye | A variety known for its cold hardiness and adaptability to northern climates, commonly used for grain. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Ontario Winter Rye | A Canadian rye known for extreme cold tolerance and used in bread making and distilling. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Petkus Rye | An ancient variety originating in Eastern Europe, known for disease resistance and high-quality grain. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Prima Rye | A hybrid rye known for high yield and disease resistance, mostly grown for grain production. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Puma Rye | Hybrid rye prized for high yields and disease resistance, commonly used for bread making. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Quattro Rye | A modern hybrid known for high biomass production, used for both grain and forage, commonly grown in Europe. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Rapid Rye | A fast-growing hybrid variety used for early spring planting, known for its quick maturation and moderate yields. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Red Rye | A historic variety with reddish grains, popular in Eastern Europe for both bread making and distilling. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Reins Rye | German-bred rye, known for disease resistance and high grain yields, used for both forage and grain. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Rye General | General rye variety. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 11B | Moderate | 1 - 2 |
| Sangaste Rye | Ancient Estonian variety known for winter hardiness and high-quality grain, one of the oldest cultivated varieties. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Saracen Rye | A hybrid rye known for high yield, disease resistance, and is popular for making rye flour and spirits. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Slavic Rye | Common in Eastern Europe, prized for growing in poor soils and cold climates, mainly grown for grain. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Soviet Rye | A Russian rye variety bred for high yields in harsh climates, grown for both grain and forage. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Spring Rye | Planted in the spring and harvested in late summer. Known for fast maturation and often used for grain production. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Triticale Rye | A rye-wheat hybrid, developed for improved yield and disease resistance, widely used in animal feed and grain production. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate | |
| Winter Rye | Cold-hardy and commonly planted in the fall, harvested in late spring or early summer. Frequently used as a cover crop for weed suppression and soil health improvement. | Sandy Loam | 7.4 - 7.8 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | 4 - 8 | 6A | Moderate |