Belana

A Reliable Choice for Consistent Oilseed Rape Yields

Belana, an winter oilseed rape variety from the German breeder P.H.Petersen Saatzucht Lundsgaard, is a proven linear variety favored by agronomists who prioritize predictability and risk management. In intensive farming systems, this variety demonstrates excellent adaptation to varied climate zones, providing stable output even under moderate input management.

Agronomic Advantages

The hallmark of Belana is its biological resilience. P.H.Petersen’s breeding program has placed significant emphasis on resistance to Phoma, which simplifies the fungicide strategy for the growing season. The plants reach a height of 150–160 cm, an optimal range for efficient combine harvesting with a low risk of lodging, provided standard seeding rates are followed.

• Oil Quality: An oil content of 40–45% makes the harvest a highly liquid commodity for processing plants.
• Low Glucosinolate Profile: With a content of 9–10 µmol, Belana meets rigorous quality standards, ensuring strong market demand.
• Yield Potential: In favorable seasons, this variety is capable of reaching 40–50 decitonnes per hectare, making it highly competitive among line varieties.

Practical Farm Application

Belana is recommended for operations focusing on economically justified cultivation technologies. The variety responds exceptionally well to timely nitrogen fertilization. Because of its uniform growth and ripening, the crop requires minimal time investment to monitor maturity levels, allowing for a streamlined harvest schedule. It is an ideal tool for farmers aiming to minimize quality loss due to disease while achieving consistent, high-quality oil production for industrial or food sectors.