KLEONARS

German genetics for the niche market

The Kleonars hybrid from the selection giant KWS occupies a special niche in the company's portfolio. Unlike mass-market grain hybrids intended exclusively for fodder or biogas, this product is a highly specialized solution for the processing industry. German breeders focused on creating a crop that combines high yield potential with unique physical and chemical grain properties required for popcorn production.

Agronomic profile and biological features

Kleonars belongs to the class of simple hybrids, which ensures crop uniformity and even ripening—a critical factor for producing high-quality commercial grain. The growing season lasts 90–100 days. Such a timeline allows for flexible planning of the sowing campaign, minimizing risks associated with weather anomalies at the end of the season.

• Genetic potential: consistency of indicators across a wide range of soil and climatic conditions.
• Hybrid type: simple, ensuring plant uniformity and ease of mechanical harvesting.
• Specialization: grain-use with a focus on the popcorn industry, which imposes higher requirements for hull quality and starch content.

KWS's reputation as a producer of elite seed material is backed by strict quality control of every batch. By choosing Kleonars, the farmer gains more than just seeds; they obtain a technological foundation for entering the snack product market, where raw material requirements are significantly stricter than in the livestock sector.