LUTESCENT 70

Growing Practice: Lutescens 70 Winter Wheat

For agronomists focused on intensive farming, the Lutescens 70 variety offers remarkable predictability. This soft winter wheat, with a vegetation period of 280–290 days, consistently reaches yields of 9–10 tons per hectare when nitrogen fertilization is managed correctly. Its compact stem (70–80 cm high) eliminates lodging issues, which is critical when operating high-capacity harvesters and applying significant fertilizer rates.

Phytosanitary Management and Crop Protection

Working with this variety, you can significantly reduce your fungicide spray schedule. The genetic resistance to a range of pathogens is not just a spec sheet entry—it is a tangible reduction in crop stress. Lutescens 70 provides robust protection against:

• Root rot and Fusarium head blight;
• Brown leaf rust;
• Septoria;
• Powdery mildew and various leaf spots.

This natural immunity allows for a more flexible spraying schedule, reducing concerns during high-humidity periods that typically trigger outbreaks.

Grain Economics and Handling

The thousand-kernel weight of 40–45 grams simplifies drill calibration and ensures uniform emergence. A gluten content of 25–30% qualifies this as high-quality food-grade grain, which remains a market staple. The short straw design ensures a smooth flow through machinery and minimizes harvesting losses—you simply process more grain per hectare without the mechanical headaches caused by excessive straw loading in the threshing drum.