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Features
H8998 Sunflower is renowned for its impressive yield potential, consistently delivering abundant harvests of plump, oil-rich seeds per acre, maximizing profitability for farmers.
This hybrid variety features large, well-filled heads with a high seed-to-hull ratio, optimizing seed production and processing efficiency.
With its elevated oil content, it produces oil of exceptional quality, prized for its purity, flavor, and nutritional value, making it ideal for cooking, frying, and food processing.
Engineered with genetic traits for resistance to common sunflower diseases such as downy mildew, rust, and sclerotinia, it offers built-in protection against yield-robbing pathogens, ensuring crop health and productivity.
H8998 Sunflower exhibits versatility across a range of soil types and climatic conditions, thriving in diverse agricultural environments, from temperate regions to semi-arid zones.
It serves a multitude of purposes within the agricultural sector, including:
Primarily cultivated for its high-quality oil, it serves as a valuable source of vegetable oil for culinary, industrial, and pharmaceutical applications.
The nutrient-rich sunflower meal obtained from seed processing serves as a high-protein supplement for livestock diets, contributing to optimal animal growth and performance.
As a deep-rooted crop, it helps break up compacted soils, improves soil structure, and scavenges nutrients, enhancing overall soil health and fertility.
Application
Choose well-drained, fertile soil with adequate sunlight exposure for optimal sunflower growth and development.
Prepare a firm, weed-free seedbed by tilling, leveling, and incorporating necessary amendments to ensure optimal soil fertility and structure.
Plant it at the recommended spacing and depth, either through direct seeding or transplanting, taking into account soil moisture and temperature conditions for successful germination and establishment.
Apply balanced fertilizers based on soil test results and crop nutrient requirements to support vigorous growth and development throughout the growing season.
Provide sufficient irrigation, especially during critical growth stages such as flowering and seed formation, to ensure adequate moisture supply and maximize yield potential.
Monitor sunflower fields regularly for signs of pests and diseases, implementing integrated pest management strategies and timely interventions to minimize crop damage and yield losses.
Storage
Store harvested H8998 Sunflower seeds in a cool, dry location with proper ventilation to prevent moisture buildup and mold growth, ensuring seed viability and quality for future planting or processing.
Store extracted sunflower oil in clean, airtight containers away from heat, light, and oxygen exposure to maintain freshness, flavor, and nutritional integrity over time.
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