VORONEZH 638 SUNFLOWER

Early Maturity and Reliable Yields

«Voronezhskiy 638» is the product of long-term breeding work by the V.R. Williams FRC for Forage Crops and the Bogucharskaya Seed Breeding Company. It has established itself as a staple in the early-maturing sunflower segment, designed to provide consistent high-quality oilseed yields even in challenging climatic zones.

Key Agronomic Traits

With a vegetation period of 90–100 days, this variety effectively utilizes early-season moisture and avoids the stress of late-summer droughts. The plant grows to a height of 170–180 cm, producing a large, uniform head. It is highly valued for its adaptability and consistent performance across diverse soil types.

• Oil Content: 50–55%, meeting the demands of modern oil-extraction plants.
• Seed Profile: Large, black, narrow-ovate seeds with excellent physical characteristics.
• Phytosanitary Resilience: The variety possesses strong genetic resistance to Sclerotinia and sunflower moth (Homoeosoma nebulella). It also demonstrates robust defense mechanisms against powdery mildew and various types of rot.

Agronomists choose «Voronezhskiy 638» for its predictable performance and lower requirement for intensive chemical protection. By combining broad adaptability with high oil content and field resistance to major pathogens, this variety remains a reliable choice for commercial sunflower production.