Nematode resistant White mustard
FORUM
Effective, biological control of Beet Cyst Nematodes
Benefits:
- Up to 90% nematode reduction in official tests - Resistance level 2
- Long vegetative growing phase due to extremely delayed flowering
- The cultivation of FORUM helps to prevent capping and to keep nutrients in the topsoil available for the following crop
- Freezes off safely during winter and thus provides excellent conditions for mulch sowing of the following crop
Variety characteristics:
(Officially confirmed or respectively in line with Bundessortenamt)
Initial mass formation: | 7 |
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Tendency to flower: | 4 |
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Stiffness: | 7 |
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Resistance against Heterodera schachtii: | Resistance level: 2 |
Crop rotation suitability:
Maize | ++ |
Cereals | ++ |
Oilseed rape | |
Sugar beets | ++ |
Potatoes | |
Intensive crops | |
Legumes | ++ |
+ suitable / ++ strongly recommended |
Usage:
- Reduction of Beet Cyst Nematodes
- Green manure
- Ground water protection / Nitrogen conservation
- Mulch sowing
- Humus formation
- Protection against erosion
Agronomic features:
Weed suppression: | 8 |
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Protection against erosion: | 8 |
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Ground water protection / Nitrogen conservation: | 8 |
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Humus formation: | 6 |
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Cold- and frost resistance: | 1 |
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Drought tolerance: | 7 |
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Type of root | Tuft root with strong main root |
Rooting depth | 120 cm |
Cultivation recommendations:
Recommended sowing rate | 20 - 25 kg/ha |
Sowing depth | 1 - 2 cm |
Sowing period | August until September - depending on location! Early sowing for succesful nematode control. |
Fertilization | 40 - 60 kg N/ha |
Crop protection | Usually there is no plant protection required. |
Sowing method | Low requirements regarding sowing method: spreader or seed drilling. |
06.05.2019 07:19:13 // 3.00 - Breeder: P. H. Petersen Saatzucht Lundsgaard GmbH