Sunflower SS 20014 is a mid-early hybrid developed for cultivation in various regions of Ukraine and adjacent territories. It exhibits resistance to herbicides based on imidazolinones and tribenuron-methyl, enabling effective control of broadleaf weeds using the Clearfield technology. This hybrid is adapted to different soil conditions and possesses high resistance to drought, diseases, and pests, ensuring stable yields even without crop rotation.
The vegetative period of sunflower SS 20014 ranges from 105 to 117 days, classifying it as a mid-early variety. The 1000-seed mass reaches 59 grams, and oil content in seeds varies from 46% to 51%, making this hybrid attractive for oil production. Yield potential can reach 47 centners per hectare, with an average yield of approximately 27.4 centners per hectare. The hybrid also demonstrates resistance to lodging and shattering, facilitating harvest.
SS 20014 is suitable for conventional cultivation methods and exhibits rapid soil decomposition, contributing to improved soil structure and reduced risk of pathogen accumulation. Due to its characteristics, this sunflower hybrid is a reliable choice for farmers aiming to achieve high and stable yields of oil crops with good oil content.
