The LG5543 CL sunflower hybrid is a mid-season variety with high adaptability to diverse soil-climatic conditions. This hybrid exhibits resistance to various strains (A-E) of downy mildew and powdery mildew, including newly identified strains. Due to these qualities, LG5543 CL demonstrates stable productivity even under challenging growing conditions.
The LG5543 CL sunflower is characterized by good stress tolerance, enabling high yields under adverse weather conditions such as drought and cold. Plant height averages 152 cm, flower head diameter is approximately 16-18 cm, and thousand seed weight ranges between 73-74 grams. The oil content of the hybrid reaches 48%, ensuring high oil yield upon processing.
This hybrid is recommended for cultivation across the entire territory of Ukraine and is suitable for various cultivation technologies, including the CLEARFIELD system with the herbicide Euro-Lightning. Its plasticity and tolerance to stress factors make LG5543 CL a profitable choice for farmers seeking stable and high sunflower yields.