Sunflower ALFEO SU

Italian genetics for modern farming

The «ALFEO SU» hybrid from the Italian company APSOVSEMENTI S.P.A. is a 2025 release designed specifically for the SU (Express/Sumo) cultivation technology. In the Steppe and Forest-Steppe zones of Ukraine, this sunflower demonstrates the stability typical of European breeding, adapted to intensive crop protection programs.

Development and morphological traits

Unlike many mid-early hybrids, «ALFEO SU» features a robust vegetative structure. Large leaves with moderate blistering and well-developed auricles ensure efficient photosynthesis, which is critical for head filling under variable moisture conditions. The tall plant, characterized by strong stem tip pubescence, shows excellent lodging resistance. The downward-facing head provides natural protection against moisture accumulation and bird damage.

Technological advantages

• SU Technology: Full compatibility with tribenuron-methyl-based herbicides allows for effective control of a wide spectrum of broadleaf weeds.
• Phytosanitary profile: APSOV breeders have prioritized high resistance to Phoma, Phomopsis, and Downy Mildew — the primary threats to yield in the Forest-Steppe zone.
• Pollination potential: The orange-yellow ray florets and active pollen production in tubular florets indicate high pollination potential, ensuring well-filled seeds.

This hybrid is aimed at farmers seeking a balance between early maturity and oil content. Due to its medium flowering time and vigorous early growth, «ALFEO SU» efficiently utilizes spring moisture, forming a high-quality crop even under intensive management conditions.