HORNELA

Genetic Potential and Agronomic Adaptability

The winter rapeseed variety «KWS Hornela» represents a highly efficient breeding solution designed for intensive farming systems. The core value of this hybrid lies in its optimized growth habit, which balances biomass production with generative efficiency. With a plant height ranging from 130 to 160 cm, the architecture is perfectly suited for mechanized harvesting, ensuring uniform pod maturation and reduced losses during the combining phase.

Pathogen Resistance as a Profitability Driver

KWS has prioritized phytosanitary resilience in the development of Hornela. By enhancing the plant's inherent defenses against common fungal threats, the hybrid allows for a reduction in chemical protection costs:

• Phoma and Phomopsis: superior genetic resistance helps maintain stem integrity throughout the growing season.
• Sclerotinia: effective defense mechanisms prevent vascular infection, protecting the crop during the critical seed-filling stages.
• Cylindrosporium: ensures the canopy remains healthy and photosynthetic activity is maximized.

Oil Yield and Morphology

The economic viability of Hornela is driven by its high oil content, typically ranging between 45% and 50%. The moderate branching habit contributes to an efficient nutrient allocation strategy, allowing the hybrid to maintain consistent performance even under varying environmental conditions. For producers focusing on quality parameters alongside total yield, Hornela offers a robust and reliable genetic package designed for modern agricultural challenges.