Soybean SOLENA

Genetic Potential and Physiology

French breeding by RAGT focuses on yield stability under intensive farming conditions. The 'Solena' soybean is a mid-season variety optimized for European climatic conditions, prioritizing high plasticity. A vegetation period of 110-120 days allows the crop to effectively utilize early summer moisture, successfully avoiding peak July heat stress.

Biochemical Profile and Morphology

The key engineering success of this variety is its nutrient distribution: with a protein content of 39-41% and oil content of 18-19%, 'Solena' demonstrates consistently high grain quality even under stressful conditions. From an agronomic perspective, the plant architecture is critical:

• A plant height of 60-70 cm ensures optimal sowing density without excessive shading of neighboring plants.
• The height of the lower pod attachment at 14-16 cm provides a technical advantage, minimizing harvest losses by allowing the header to operate at a lower cutting height.

Defense Mechanisms

Unlike more vulnerable varieties, 'Solena' exhibits significant tolerance to key soybean pests. Its genetic resistance to beetle and aphid damage reduces the need for additional insecticide treatments, which is essential for maintaining profitability and soil health. RAGT has integrated mechanisms into this variety that inhibit the feeding of phytophagous insects, making the plant less attractive for pest colonization.