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FORUM Nematode resistant White mustard White mustard
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Effective, biological control of Beet Cyst Nematodes
Name addition
Nematode resistant White mustard
- 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
General description
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---- = very low resistance/early/short, ++++ = very high resistance/late/long
Classification Bundessortenamt
Resistance against Heterodera schachtii
Resistance level 2
Initial mass formation
Tendency to flower
Resistance to lodging
Agronomic features
Weed suppression
Protection against erosion
Ground water protection / Nitrogen conservation
Humus formation
Cold- and frost resistance
Drought tolerance
Type of root
Tuft root with strong main root
Rooting depth
120 cm
Breeder
P.H. Petersen Saatzucht Lundsgaard GmbH
All variety descriptions have been prepared in accordance to the best of our knowledge, considering trial results and observations. A guarantee or a liability in individual cases is not possible, because the growth conditions are subject to substantial fluctuations.
Crop rotation suitability
Maize
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Cereals
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Oilseed rape
Sugar beets
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Potatoes
Intensive crops
Legumes
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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.
Breeder
P.H. Petersen Saatzucht Lundsgaard GmbH
All variety descriptions have been prepared in accordance to the best of our knowledge, considering trial results and observations. A guarantee or a liability in individual cases is not possible, because the growth conditions are subject to substantial fluctuations.