Asteria

Reliable winter wheat for consistent high yields

When choosing a variety for the season, farmers prioritize predictability. Asteria from BASF S.A. is a variety that delivers exactly that. As a soft winter wheat, it is engineered for high performance, with a potential yield reaching 9–11 tons per hectare. In environments where moisture and nutrient availability are critical, this variety stands out for its resilience, boasting a winter hardiness rating of 8–9 points and excellent lodging resistance, ensuring you won’t have headaches during the harvest season even after heavy rains.

Built-in biological protection

One of the biggest challenges for an agronomist is the constant battle against pathogens. Asteria reduces this burden significantly through its robust genetic resistance. Instead of constant monitoring for every possible infection, you get a crop that holds its ground against a wide range of threats:

• Fungal diseases: Mycosphaerella leaf blotch and brown spot.
• Key threats: Fusarium, Septoria, and powdery mildew.
• Rust diseases: Proven resistance to brown rust.

The growing season of 260–270 days is perfectly balanced for optimal grain filling. With a productive tiller density of 5.0–5.5 million per hectare, Asteria ensures a uniform and productive stand. The thousand-seed weight ranges from 35 to 40 grams, with a stable gluten content of 25–30%, making your harvest highly marketable at any grain facility.

Practical field performance

The awnless structure of the ear is a major benefit for operators; it simplifies the threshing process and minimizes field losses. Asteria is a true workhorse that compensates for minor agronomic irregularities, responding well to standard fertilization and protection programs. For farms aiming at intensive farming, this soft wheat variety from BASF S.A. remains one of the most reliable assets in their crop rotation.