PT216CL / PT216SL

Technological potential of Pioneer PT216SL winter rapeseed

The PT216SL hybrid from Pioneer s.a. is a selection solution designed for intensive farming, where the balance between phytosanitary resilience and flexibility in weed control is paramount. The core productivity of this simple linear hybrid lies in its genetic profile, specifically adapted for the Clearfield production system.

Biological parameters and adaptability

The plant reaches a height of 160–170 cm. This morphology ensures optimal crop architecture, promoting uniform solar energy distribution. A flowering period of 30–40 days is a crucial factor in yield formation: the extended flowering allows the plant to efficiently utilize moisture and nutrients for pod filling under variable climatic conditions.

Phytopathological protection and herbicide tolerance

• Sclerotinia and Phoma: Genetic resistance to these pathogens minimizes the risk of yield loss even in cases of crop rotation disruption or high infection pressure in the soil.
• Clearfield: The integration of herbicide tolerance technology allows agronomists to apply highly effective post-emergence imidazolinone-based herbicides. This effectively controls tough weeds without causing phytotoxic stress to the crop.

The practical value of PT216SL lies in the uniformity of the stands, which simplifies harvest logistics and reduces threshing losses.