Soybean SQUADRA

French breeding for high-yield farming

The 2025 novelty from RAGT 2n, the 'Squadra' soybean, is a complex hybrid engineered for stable grain production in the Forest-Steppe and Polissya regions. It features a semi-determinate growth habit, a critical factor for managing canopy architecture and preventing lodging even under high-density planting conditions.

Field performance and adaptability

In the field, 'Squadra' behaves as a balanced mid-maturing hybrid. The medium-height plant with an upright habit maximizes solar energy capture, while moderate leaf crinkling and medium-sized leaflets support efficient photosynthesis. A key advantage is its resilience to environmental stress; the French breeding genetics provide robust resistance to temperature fluctuations during the flowering period, which occurs in a mid-season timeframe.

Morphology and harvest characteristics

Light brown pubescence on the stems and pods, combined with purple flowers, gives the hybrid a distinct appearance. The seeds feature a yellow coat and a grey hilum, meeting high-quality grain market standards. While the 1000-seed weight is classified as small, the high pod-setting density compensates for this during threshing. The lack of seed gloss and the elongated-flattened shape simplify cleaning and storage processes.

• Adaptation zones: Forest-Steppe and Polissya.
• Growth type: Semi-determinate, lodging-resistant.
• Maturity: Mid-maturing group, uniform ripening.
• Usage: High-quality commercial grain.

'Squadra' is the choice for growers focused on modern RAGT 2n breeding technologies, prioritizing predictability from emergence to harvest.