Barley OLIMPIC

German breeding for consistent yields

The spring barley variety 'Olympic', supplied by Baywa, is the result of long-term breeding expertise by Societe Ragt 2N S.A.S. Developed in Germany, this variety is tailored for intensive farming practices, where performance potential must be matched by reliability in volatile climatic conditions.

Adaptability and phytosanitary resilience

A key hallmark of the 'Olympic' variety is its robust health profile. The crop demonstrates high tolerance to root rots, which is vital for maintaining optimal stand density throughout the growing season. Furthermore, its genetic makeup provides strong defense against common pathogens:

• Mycosphaerella leaf spot;
• Various types of rot;
• Brown leaf spot.

This resistance profile allows producers to optimize fungicide applications, reducing costs per hectare while protecting yield quality.

Vegetation and market position

With a vegetation period of 90–100 days, 'Olympic' is a mid-season variety that fits seamlessly into crop rotations in temperate zones. Its rapid development cycle helps the crop avoid peak summer droughts, ensuring stable grain filling. In European agricultural practice, this variety has established a reputation as a reliable tool for producing high-quality feed and malting grain with excellent bulk density and uniformity.

Choosing this barley variety means investing in proven German genetics, which deliver predictable outcomes even under high disease pressure.