Eiffel
The landmark variety
Eiffel is an open pollinating variety that like its namesake tower has an exceptional architectural structure designed to help it withstand the wind. Add to this its excellent straw strength and lodging resistance, and Eiffel's canopy holds pods safe and secure prior to direct cutting.
High Yields - High Oils
In East & West Region trials, Eiffel stands at 105% of controls for gross output. Eiffel has also shown its potential to deliver consistently high yields with a four year gross output of 106.6%.
Oil Bonus
With a higher seed yield and an oil content that is 1.7% ahead of Castille, Eiffel also provides a big oil premium on farm. At a value of £240/t, Eiffel provides gross outputs that are worth almost £200 more per lorry load than those secured by Castille.
Agronomic Characteristics
Eiffel has excellent canopy biomass and strength which is backed by good resistance to stem canker. Eiffel is slightly later maturing than Castille and will help to spread the workload with no need to swath. Eiffel therefore represents a significant step forward in terms of yield, while retaining the well structured biomass of Castille.
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Eiffel |
Castille |
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Oil content |
45.1% |
43.4% |
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Resistance to lodging |
8 |
8 |
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Stem stiffness |
8 |
7 |
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Earliness of Flowering |
4 |
8 |
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Earliness of maturity |
5 |
6 |
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Light leaf spot |
5 |
5 |
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Stem canker |
6 |
6 |
Summary
- The ideal Castille replacement
- Superb standing power
- Low biomass
- Very high yields and oils
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