Sunflower

AG835


Features

AG835 is a late season hybrid with high oil content and yield potential. Well adapted to the western high plains, it displays vigorous seedling growth and rapid canopy development.

Agronomic Characteristics

Hybrid Type........................................................Oil
Adaptability...............................................Late Season
Stalk Quality................................................Excellent
Standability.................................................Very Good
Plant Height......................................................Tall
Flowering Date*.............................................68-72 Days
Days to Physiological Maturity*.....................................99
Self Compatibility...........................................Very Good
Field Uniformity..................................................Good
Drought Tolerance............................................Very Good
Stem Curvature Class............................................Curved
Test Weight.................................................29-33 lbs.
Oil Content....................................................43-47 %

Disease Ratings

Phoma Good

Verticillium Wilt Moderate Resistance

Sunflower Rust Moderate Field Tolerance

Management Tips

Please refer to the North Dakota State Sunflower Production Guide, Ext. Bulletin Number 25, for general sunflower production guidelines, or call Mycogen Plant Sciences at 1-800-437-6666 for specific recommendations.

* Use as a relative guide only. Actual days to flower, physiological maturity and harvest will vary with planting dates , latitude and environmental conditions.