KWS Helia 06 — high-oleic sunflower hybrid, intended for oil production. This variety is characterized by a medium-early vegetation period, enabling efficient use of the growing season for a stable yield. The hybrid is distinguished by resistance to lodging, drought, and various diseases, enhancing its reliability under diverse climatic conditions.
The recommended planting density at harvest is 50–65 thousand plants per hectare. Depending on growing conditions, the yield of KWS Helia 06 ranges from 2.6 to 5 tons per hectare. Oil content in the seeds reaches 52%, making this hybrid attractive to the oilseed industry.
Producer — company KWS, known for its innovations in cell biology and genetics, registered this hybrid in 2006. KWS has a broad international presence and specializes in developing high-quality seed material for sunflower and other agricultural crops, confirming the reliability and quality of the KWS Helia 06 hybrid.
