Sunflower FREIGHT CL

French Breeding for Reliable Yields

The «Fregat CL» sunflower hybrid by RAGT is a product of the classical French genetic school, specifically adapted for farms that prioritize clean fields and stable profitability. The originator, Societe Ragt 2N S.A.S, developed this material for intensive farming, where controlling weeds and common pathogens is the key to success.

Technological Potential and Crop Protection

The core advantage of this hybrid is its resistance to imidazolinone herbicides (the «Clearfield» system). This solution eliminates field weed issues, allowing for the control of a wide range of broadleaf and grass weeds in a single application. Given the high infectious pressure common in many regions, «Fregat CL» demonstrates robust resistance to:

• Downy mildew (Peronospora);
• Phomopsis;
• Phoma.

Such phytosanitary resilience helps reduce pesticide reliance while securing the yield potential during the early stages of vegetation.

Agronomic Profile

The hybrid is easily identifiable by its medium-sized head, which is slightly convex on the seed side, promoting uniform ripening. The seeds are characterized by a narrow-ovoid shape, black color, and medium size. One of the greatest strengths of «Fregat CL» is its oil content—ranging from 50% to 55%—making it highly attractive to processing plants and ensuring better market conditions for farmers. The hybrid shows stable development and predictable growth, performing well under variable climatic conditions. This has cemented its reputation as a reliable «workhorse» for fields requiring intensive herbicide application.