LID Ultimo

Stable yields under high disease pressure

The French hybrid LID Ultimo by Lidea is the preferred choice for agronomists operating in regions with significant infection pressure, where phoma stem canker annually threatens a substantial portion of the crop. This winter rapeseed hybrid is engineered for intensive farming systems, where maximizing yield potential (60–70 dt/ha) is the primary goal.

Field performance and cultivation

Unlike many hybrids that demand niche conditions, LID Ultimo demonstrates remarkable plasticity. It is valued for its strong branching ability, which allows the plant to efficiently utilize space and light. To achieve peak performance, the manufacturer recommends a seeding rate of 400,000 seeds per hectare. This density ensures optimal stand establishment, distributing the load evenly across each stem.

• Pathogen Defense: Genetic resistance to phoma significantly reduces reliance on autumn fungicide applications, providing direct cost savings during the establishment phase.
• Oil Content: An oil content ranging from 45% to 50% makes this hybrid highly profitable for crushers and processors demanding premium raw material quality.

Practical application: This hybrid is ideally suited for farms practicing early to optimal planting windows. Its high seedling vigor allows the crop to successfully enter dormancy in the 6–8 leaf stage, which is critical for overwintering. In the spring, upon resuming growth, the plant rapidly builds vegetative mass, creating a robust framework capable of supporting high yields without lodging.