Sunflower variety WEIDELEWSKI 18 is a very late variety developed for high yield and stable growth in various climatic conditions. It is characterized by good winter hardiness and disease resistance, ensuring reliable crop development even in complex agro-climatic zones. The variety is recommended for cultivation in all agro-climatic zones of the Altai Krai and is suitable for growing in northern and middle latitudes of Russia.
A feature of the variety is its use not only for seed production but also for silage production. At the flowering stage, the dry matter content in the green mass ranges from 17.4% to 21.7%, and at the milk-wax ripeness stage, the crude protein content in the leaf-stem mass reaches 10.9-11.4%. Additionally, the dry matter contains a significant amount of carotene - 9.4-10.3 mg per kilogram, which enhances the nutritional value of the feed. Dry matter content varies from 25.8% to 29.9%, and the mass fraction of oleic acid does not exceed 0.5%, indicating high quality of the feed product.
The WEIDELEWSKI 18 variety is widely used in agriculture for sowing on fields for the purpose of obtaining both seeds and feed mass. It ensures high yield and stable product quality, making it attractive to farmers engaged in sunflower cultivation in various regions. Thanks to its adaptability and resistance to pests and diseases, this variety promotes efficient agricultural production.
