Belana

Consistent spring barley yields with high disease resistance

For farmers aiming for high-quality grain production with minimized agronomic risks, the spring barley variety "Belana" from the German breeder Saaten-Union offers a proven track record. Under intensive farming conditions, this variety demonstrates high adaptability, which is essential when dealing with unpredictable spring weather patterns.

Phytosanitary control and field management

The core practical advantage of "Belana" lies in its genetic resistance to key pathogens that typically threaten barley profitability. By choosing this variety, you can optimize your fungicide application costs, as the Nordsaat breeding program ensures robust tolerance against:

• Helminthosporium;
• Net blotch;
• Powdery mildew;
• Dwarf leaf rust.

This makes "Belana" a strategic solution for farms looking to reduce chemical inputs or those located in regions with high disease pressure.

Agronomic performance and sowing specifics

This is a grain-type barley. Its large, well-filled kernels, with a thousand-grain weight (TGW) of 46–48 grams, ensure excellent germination energy and the establishment of a strong root system during early development stages. Due to the high seed weight, "Belana" tolerates short-term post-sowing droughts better, as the seed contains sufficient nutrient reserves to support rapid early growth.

It is recommended for early sowing while the soil still retains winter moisture. The variety is characterized by highly uniform crop stands, which simplifies combine harvester settings during harvest and minimizes grain loss during threshing. The high test weight of the grain allows for diverse applications, ranging from high-quality forage to supply chains for processing plants with strict raw material quality standards.