Sunflower TTAE 1319

A Technological Solution for Crop Protection

The TTAE 1319 sunflower hybrid, developed by the Trakya Tarimsal Arastirma Enstitusu Mudur, is a high-performance tool for farmers operating in fields with high infection pressure and weed density. This Turkish-bred hybrid is designed to deliver consistent results under intensive agricultural practices.

Key Advantages in the Field

• Weed Control: Genetic resistance to Clearfield (Euro-Lightning) herbicides allows for the effective elimination of stubborn weeds without stressing the crop. This is essential for fields plagued by broomrape (Orobanche) or perennial weeds.
• Phytosanitary Reliability: High resistance to Phomopsis, rust, and Sclerotinia reduces the need for additional fungicide applications, thereby optimizing input costs per hectare.
• Oil Content: An oil content of 50-55% makes this hybrid highly attractive to processing plants, ensuring better market premiums at harvest.

Agronomic Features and Recommendations

With a vegetation period of 110-120 days, the TTAE 1319 hybrid falls into the mid-early group. It is an ideal choice for regions with moderate summers where reliable maturation is required before unfavorable weather conditions occur. The plant height of 170-180 cm, combined with a large head, ensures excellent harvestability—the plants remain upright and allow for the use of standard combine headers with minimal seed loss.

To achieve target yields, it is recommended to maintain an optimal stand density, taking into account the hybrid's strong vegetative potential. This variety shows excellent responsiveness to micronutrient fertilizers aimed at developing the root system and ensuring high-quality kernel formation.