Most seeds, to prevent a fungus are treated if they are intended to be put into the ground including organic ones (only organically). Here's the thing, seeds don't always keep well. I dried my own and left them in the pan for months. Placed them into an air tight container and voila, mold...
I have sprouted winter hard wheat, soft white wheat, boss, triticale (rye wheat blend), and barley. I will be attempting oats next. I hear you can most any of the grains as long as you follow the sprouting rules.
Do not use seeds for planting, yes it sounds like a contradiction but seeds for...
I am so happy to hear you sprouted oats. I have not opened my bag yet, but I have opened and sprouted the barley, hard winter wheat, soft white wheat, boss, and triticale. I was see your setup has LOTS of air circulation. I'll read on and see how you started sprouting the oats before you...