Oat BORRUS

German breeding for high-quality fodder

The «Borrus» oat variety, developed by the German breeding company Von Borries Eck (FRG), is a prime example of how a classic mid-season variety can meet the demands of both livestock farms and processing plants. At a time when yield depends heavily on resistance to lodging and drought, this variety demonstrates remarkable consistency.

Agronomic advantages

The key feature of «Borrus» lies in its balance. With a plant height of 90–100 cm, the variety has enough stalk strength to hold the grain even with high yields, which consistently hit 60+ centners per hectare. For the farmer, this translates into fewer losses during harvest and predictable production volumes.

• Grain quality: The yellow color and high thousand-grain weight (ranging from 28 to 40 grams depending on growing conditions) make this variety attractive for the feed industry.
• Nutritional value: A protein content of 13% and higher turns «Borrus» into a high-energy component for animal feed rations.
• Vegetation period: The 95–110 day ripening period allows for successful integration into various crop rotation schemes.

Who should choose «Borrus»?

This variety is an optimal choice for farms seeking a "golden mean" between production intensity and simplicity. If your strategy is to obtain a consistently high yield of quality forage without unnecessary risks, the German genetics of Von Borries Eck will provide the necessary results. «Borrus» does not require super-technological conditions, but it responds well to fertilization, unlocking its yield potential even in environments where other varieties might struggle due to unpredictable weather factors.