ARABESK CL
Rapeseed
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A high-performance Clearfield hybrid offering excellent oil content and reliable weed control.
Description
Field Experience with Arabesk CL
When transitioning to the Clearfield production system, selecting the right hybrid is paramount. The "Arabesk CL" by Monsanto is a reliable choice for farmers tackling weed pressure, particularly in fields with heavy infestations of cruciferous weeds. As a winter rapeseed variety, it offers predictable performance and responds well to standard management practices.
Performance and Agronomic Value
The core advantage for the operator is the simplified weed control strategy. Being a clearfield-tolerant hybrid, it allows for effective herbicide application without suppressing the crop's development. Based on our field observations, the hybrid stands out for several reasons:
- High Oil Content: Consistently hitting the 45–48% mark, which is a key factor for profitability at harvest.
- Quality Standards: Low erucic acid levels make the yield highly desirable for downstream processing and international markets.
- Ease of Management: As a simple hybrid, it is consistent in development, making it easier to time fungicide and fertilizer applications.
In terms of harvest logistics, Arabesk CL is remarkably stable. It shows good resistance to pod shattering, allowing for some flexibility if weather conditions during harvest are less than ideal. Its winter hardiness is robust, making it a dependable option for diverse climatic zones. For an operator, this means less time spent managing risk and more time maximizing yield potential per hectare.
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Type of Rape
Type of Rape
Winter rape is a long-day plant, characterized by weak winter hardiness. It may be damaged at temperatures of -8 to -10°C, so it is most commonly grown in regions with mild winters. The most favorable temperature for growth and development of rape is 18-24°C. It requires moisture... |
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Herbicide Tolerance
Herbicide Tolerance
Unique combination of the herbicide EURO-LIGHTNING®, containing two active ingredients of the imidazolinone class, and high-yielding hybrids resistant to this herbicide, developed using traditional selection methods (without genetic engineering). Advantages of using CLEARFIELD te... |
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| Oil Content | 45-48 |
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Erucic Acid Content
Erucic Acid Content
The amount of erucic acid is assessed as a percentage of the total fatty acid content in seed oil. Initially, rapeseed varieties containing less than 5% erucic acid in their seeds were named low-erucic or "0" varieties. Later, this threshold was changed, and "0" varieties now ref... |
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| Catalog | Catalog → Rapeseed |
| Manufacturer | MONSANTO |
| Country | USA |
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