LG 5660

Sunflower LG 5660 is a mid-late hybrid characterized by high yield and stable development. Plants of this hybrid have a medium-height type with a height of about 147 cm and an average head diameter of 15.6 cm. The thousand-seed mass is 73 grams, and each bag contains 150,000 seeds. The vegetation period is 110-112 days, making this hybrid suitable for early planting in various regions.

Hybrid LG 5660 exhibits high resistance to various diseases and adverse conditions. It is resistant to five races of downy mildew (A-E), false powdery mildew, rust, fomosis, fomopsis, white and dry rot, and demonstrates high drought tolerance and lodging resistance, rated at 9 points. Additionally, the hybrid tolerates the effects of conventional herbicides, simplifying crop management.

The oil content of the seeds is 47-49%, ensuring high oil yield during processing. The recommended seeding density before harvest varies depending on moisture conditions: 55-60 thousand plants per hectare in well-watered zones and 50-55 thousand in less watered zones. Due to its characteristics and adaptability, sunflower LG 5660 is suitable for cultivation in various climatic zones and is among the top-selling varieties in Russia and Europe.