Sunflower Lorca Hrano

Spanish Breeding for the Ukrainian Forest-Steppe

«Lorca Grano» is a 2025 novelty, an oilseed F1 hybrid designed for those prioritizing stability in the Forest-Steppe zone. This sunflower, introduced by «Hrano De Oro Ukraina», stands out for its morphology: while maintaining a medium plant height, it forms a large head that turns downwards during maturation, providing natural protection for the seeds against excess moisture and birds.

Vegetation and Morphological Features

The mid-early maturity period allows the hybrid to efficiently utilize moisture during the first half of summer, avoiding peak heat stress. Visually, «Lorca Grano» is easily recognizable in the field due to:

• Long, orange-yellow ray florets that create a dense floral display.
• Moderate green leaf intensity with slight blistering.
• Lack of branching, which ensures uniform ripening across the field and simplifies the harvesting process.

A key advantage is the presence of pollen in the tubular florets, ensuring high-quality pollination even under unstable weather conditions. The stem, with moderate pubescence at the top, provides sufficient strength to prevent lodging.

Who is this hybrid for?

«Lorca Grano» is an optimal choice for farmers in the Forest-Steppe zone aiming for high oil yields. Thanks to its genetics, the hybrid demonstrates high adaptability to local soil and climatic conditions, combining Spanish breeding expertise with the specific requirements of Ukrainian agriculture. It is a balanced solution for producers who value predictable results and crop manageability.