Kwark

Stable yields with the Quark hybrid from Monsanto

Winter oilseed rape Quark is the choice for growers who value predictable results, even under intensive field conditions. Developed by Monsanto, this hybrid demonstrates excellent responsiveness to agronomic management and shows strong potential across various soil and climatic zones.

Agronomic features and crop protection

The primary challenge this hybrid addresses is the mitigation of risks from the most dangerous pathogens. Quark possesses enhanced resistance to a complex of diseases, significantly simplifying the agronomist's workload during active growth phases:

• Alternaria: inhibits fungal development on pods and leaves.
• Sclerotinia: effective resistance against rot even in high-humidity conditions.
• Phoma: protection of the root neck and stem, which is critical for successful overwintering.

The high branching potential allows the plant to efficiently utilize nutrient space, creating a robust bush architecture. With a seeding rate of 400,000 to 500,000 seeds per hectare, the hybrid forms a dense canopy that closes quickly, suppressing weed growth and optimizing the field's internal microclimate.

Quality economics

For processors, Quark is attractive due to its stable quality metrics: oil content ranges from 35% to 40%, while glucosinolate content remains steady at 16–17 µmol/g. This makes the product a sought-after raw material meeting modern quality standards for rapeseed oil and meal. A well-planned nitrogen management strategy during the autumn period helps realize the full genetic potential for branching, ensuring uniform maturation and minimizing losses during harvesting.