VK 508

Sunflower VK 508 is a high-quality planting material designed for cultivation in various regions. This agricultural crop is distinguished by a powerful root system and tall stalk, which promote good development and plant resilience. Sunflower is widely used in the food industry due to its high oil content, as well as finding application in the paint and varnish industry and as a feed base for animals.

Hybrid VK 508 is characterized by resistance to sulfonylurea herbicides, which facilitates weed protection and increases the efficiency of agronomic activities. The average plant height is about 140-150 cm, which ensures good resistance to lodging and stress conditions. Oil content in seeds varies within 45-48%, making this hybrid attractive for producing high-quality sunflower oil.

The potential yield of the hybrid reaches 5.1 tons per hectare at the recommended planting density of 55,000-65,000 plants per hectare. As a result of trials in various regions of Ukraine, such as Kirovohrad, Kharkiv, Vinnytsia, Odesa, and Dnipropetrovsk, the hybrid demonstrated stable and high yield and adaptability indicators to local growing conditions. This makes VK 508 a reliable choice for farmers seeking to obtain a high and quality sunflower crop.