YUSO 14

Technical Profile of USO 14

Developed by the Institute of Bast Crops of the NAAS of Ukraine, this monoecious industrial hemp variety is engineered for large-scale agricultural efficiency. Its primary advantage lies in its monoecious structure, which eliminates the need for manual or mechanical roguing, ensuring uniform crop development across entire fields.

Growth and Maturity

With a vegetation period of 105–115 days, USO 14 offers a reliable timeline for sowing and harvesting cycles. The genetic uniformity ensures that the biomass reaches technical maturity simultaneously, reducing harvesting downtime and mechanical losses.

Processing Efficiency: Fiber and Oil

USO 14 is a high-yield dual-purpose variety, optimized for both material and nutritional applications:

• Industrial Fiber: With a fiber content of 28–32%, this variety provides high-tensile material suitable for textiles, biocomposites, and sustainable construction products.
• Seed Quality: The seed oil content ranges from 28–30%, offering a profitable margin for technical oil extraction.

Compliance and Safety

A critical commercial feature is the low content of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). The genetic profile is strictly stabilized to adhere to legal frameworks governing industrial hemp, ensuring safety and compliance with international regulatory standards. This predictability allows growers to operate without the risks associated with unauthorized cannabinoid levels, making it a stable choice for industrial-grade cultivation.