SHTR 1201

Consistent Field Performance: Our Experience with Strube ШТР 1201

When selecting seed material for fields with high disease pressure, we have come to rely on German breeding. Strube ШТР 1201 came into our rotation as a solution to Phomopsis, which caused significant issues in previous seasons. It is a classic mid-season hybrid that performs reliably in conditions where quick and effective weed control is a priority.

Operational and Agronomic Insights

The first thing that stands out with this hybrid is its «technological friendliness.» We apply a weed control program based on imidazolinone herbicides (Clearfield/Euro-Lightning), and ШТР 1201 handles it perfectly. We observed no signs of stress post-application: the plant continues its vegetative stage steadily, without any visible growth inhibition. This simplifies the agronomist's life significantly—a single pass through the field resolves the majority of weed issues.

• Vegetation Period: The actual ripening cycle we observed ranged from 105 to 115 days. This allows for better machinery load management during harvest.
• Disease Resistance: The key indicator is its performance against Phomopsis. Over two years of cultivation, we saw almost no affected stalks or heads, which helps optimize fungicide costs.
• Seed Quality: A black, well-filled seed with high test weight. During harvesting, we faced no issues, and losses at the header were kept to a minimum.

Practical Takeaways

Strube ШТР 1201 is a workhorse for farmers who prefer consistency over taking risks. If the soil requires intensive weed control or post-emergence treatment, this sunflower hybrid delivers yield without unnecessary complications. Crop management comes down to standard fertilizer application and proper seedbed preparation. When sown on time, the hybrid provides a stable yield that is easy to process for commercial delivery.