High-Oleic Sunflower Hybrid – KWS
High-Oleic Sunflower Hybrid
Main Benefits
- High-oleic hybrid with 89% oleic acid content
- Genetic resistance to the herbicide EXPRESS®
- Resistance to Orobanche, races A-G
- High yield potential and stability across different soil types
- Superior quality oil, 49-50% oil content
This hybrid combines agronomic performance with high nutritional and technological value of the oil.
Technical Features
- Hybrid type: high-oleic
- Oil content: 49-50%
- Oleic acid content: 89%
- Orobanche resistance: races A-G
- Plant height: medium, upright, healthy foliage
- Vegetative cycle: semi-early, suitable for semi-intensive technologies
Adaptability & Technology
- Hybrid adapted for all climatic zones in the USA
- Recommended for semi-intensive technologies with balanced fertilization
- Plants resistant to moderate water stress and varying soil conditions
- Ideal for producing superior and consistent quality oil
Recommended Plant Density
| Soil type |
Recommended density (plants/ha) |
| Fertile and moist soils |
60 - 65,000 |
| Poor soils with low moisture |
55 - 60,000 |
Following the recommended density optimizes harvest uniformity and seed quality.
Farmer Recommendations
- Balanced fertilization and moderate irrigation when needed
- Mechanical and chemical weed control to maximize yield
- Can be included in crop rotation with cereals and legumes
- Monitor and prevent Orobanche attacks to maintain hybrid stability