Type: Oleic

  • It is characterized by exceptional resistance to drought
  • Very tolerant of stressful growing conditions
  • Relatively low stem: up to 1.8-2 m
  • Head size: 22-25 cm

Cultivation technology: Express

The sunflower variety NS Sumo Orfej is resistant to sulfonylurea herbicides and is genetically resistant to all breeds of downy mildew as well as late blight and sunflower rust. It is also characterized by relatively high resistance to hard rot and sunflower stalk blotch.

Performance Potential:

  • Seed vigor: 8
  • Drought resistance: 9
  • Flowering uniformity: 8
  • Maturity group: early
  • Potential yield: 3.7 – 5.0 t/ha
  • Oil content: 47-49%
  • Recommended optimum seeding density: 55,000-60,000 plants per hectare

Disease resistance:

  • Downy mildew: 9
  • Gray mold: 8
  • Stem spot: 7

Agronomy:

  • Health at the end of the season: 8
  • Lodging tolerance: 9
  • Plant height: 160-170 cm