SF 1561 M 2 SA

SF 1561 M 2 SA is a sunflower hybrid with high resistance to diseases and drought, ensuring stable and high yields under various climatic conditions. Plants reach a height of 170 to 190 cm, with yields ranging from 54 to 57 centners per hectare. The hybrid shows resistance to pathogens causing diseases such as downy mildew, phomopsis, sclerotinia, and phomopsis, as well as to various races of the sunflower moth, significantly reducing the risk of yield losses.

This sunflower belongs to the medium-maturing group and is recommended for cultivation in forest-steppe and northern steppe regions. To fully realize the hybrid's potential, it is essential to follow optimal sowing dates and seeding density, which varies depending on soil moisture levels. The hybrid tolerates dry conditions well, does not tend to lodge or shed seeds, facilitating harvest and improving the quality of the collected crop. Additionally, SF 1561 M 2 SA is optimized for use with the herbicide Express®, contributing to effective weed control.

The oil content in the seeds is approximately 50-52%, placing it in the high-oleic sunflower class. This makes the hybrid attractive for producing high-quality oil. Due to its combination of high yield, disease resistance, adaptability to adverse weather conditions, and compatibility with intensive cultivation technologies, SF 1561 M 2 SA is a reliable choice for farmers seeking a stable and high-quality sunflower crop.