Sunflower SERGIO ST

The hybrid sunflower SERGIO ST stands out for its high yield and oil content, making it an attractive choice for agricultural production. The vegetation period lasts 110 days, allowing effective planning of planting activities. Plants reach a height of about 160 cm, and the flower head diameter is 24 cm. The oil content of the seeds reaches 50%, and the 1000-seed weight is 85 g, indicating high quality and potential of the hybrid.

SERGIO ST exhibits high resistance to common sunflower diseases, including white mold (resistance level 8), fusarium and fusarium wilt (7), as well as gray mold (7). In addition, the hybrid shows good drought tolerance (8) and adaptability to various growing conditions (8), enabling successful cultivation in different regions. A key feature of the hybrid is its high resistance to modern strains of downy mildew, significantly reducing the risk of crop losses.

The optimal planting density varies depending on conditions: under dry conditions, 50,000 plants per hectare are recommended, while under higher humidity, 60,000 plants per hectare are advised. The potential yield of the hybrid reaches 4.5 t/ha (45 centners/ha), confirming its high productivity. The high oil content and oil yield per hectare make SERGIO ST profitable for oil production. The hybrid is suitable for all sunflower cultivation regions and is recommended for agricultural use.