Airway

Stable spring barley yields: Danish breeding in action

Barley variety 'Airway' from the Danish seed company Nordic Seed A/S is a choice for agronomists aiming for predictable results in volatile climatic conditions. This spring barley variety is perfectly suited for farms looking for a balance between early maturity and resistance to a wide range of leaf pathogens.

Agronomic Advantages

The main task when sowing 'Airway' is to obtain a uniform crop within a short timeframe. A vegetation period of 90–100 days makes this variety an excellent tool for efficient crop rotation. The short, sturdy straw (60–70 cm) ensures resistance to lodging, which is critical for intensive farming and the application of high nitrogen fertilizer rates.

Phytosanitary control without extra costs

One of the key features of the variety is its genetic protection. 'Airway' demonstrates high resistance to a complex of diseases that annually take a toll on less protected varieties:

• Net blotch of barley;
• Rhynchosporium;
• Powdery mildew;
• Dwarf rust of barley.

This resistance profile allows the agronomist to optimize the fungicide protection schedule. In farms practicing a moderate approach to pesticide application, this means a reduction in the number of treatments without losing yield potential. The 'Airway' variety is a reliable tool for producing high-quality grain that meets the demanding standards of the malting or feed industry.