ZLATANA

Stable Yields in Challenging Conditions: Zlatana Spring Wheat

Developed by BASF S.A., Zlatana is a soft spring wheat variety of Brazilian origin designed for growers who demand consistent performance. Farmers select this variety primarily for its high yield potential—reaching 9-10 tons per hectare—and exceptional grain quality stability.

Agronomic Profile and Disease Resistance

Disease pressure is the primary threat to wheat profitability. Zlatana offers a robust biological defense package, which significantly reduces the need for intensive fungicide programs:

• Pathogen Defense: The variety possesses natural resistance to root rots and common bunt.
• Foliar Protection: The BASF S.A. breeding program ensures high efficacy against powdery mildew, wheat rusts, Mycosphaerella leaf blotch, and brown spot. This allows the crop to maintain photosynthetic activity in the flag leaf for longer periods.

Economic Efficiency in the Field

Zlatana provides predictable outcomes at harvest. With a thousand-grain weight (TGW) of 45-50 grams, the variety ensures excellent germination energy and the development of a strong, healthy crop canopy. Its strong lodging resistance allows for flexible harvesting windows, reducing the risk of yield losses due to lodging or environmental stress.

The grain quality is a standout feature, with gluten content consistently exceeding 30%. For farms focused on supplying milling and bakery enterprises, this quality profile is a key factor in capturing market premiums. Zlatana is a sophisticated choice for intensive farming operations where every ton of yield and every unit of protein count towards the bottom line.