New non-GN spring malting barley with distilling potential
Yield potential
Source: HGCA RL Candidates, harvest 2008. hgca.com/varieties
FORENSIC has shown a high yield potential in the North East and North West of the UK, where it is ideally suited for the distilling market.
Syngenta Seeds trials in Scotland have confirmed FORENSIC’s excellent yield potential in the North East region.
Source: Syngenta Seeds / Scottish Agronomy. Harvest 2005–2007
Disease resistance
FORENSIC has a similar disease resistance profile to Optic. Inputs should be tailored to control mildew plus protect against Rhynchosporium at T1. T2 timing should be aimed at retaining green leaf area.
Source: HGCA RL Candidates, harvest 2008. hgca.com/varieties
Fungicide use
- T0 - In high disease pressure situations the application of a suitable fungicide will prevent significant levels of mildew appearing.
- T1 - T1 is key for protecting the canopy during the plants main burst of growth.
- T2 - T2 application helps to protect the plant during grain fill and can ensure a healthy harvest. Strobilurins protect against foliar diseases and Chlorothalonil has demonstrated excellent control of biotic and abiotic spotting.
NFC advises;
- T0 (>GS25): Tern 0.5lt/ha (If conditions for infection occur)
- T1 (GS25/32): Kayak 0.75 lt/ha + Bravo 1.0 lt/ha. (If brown rust control is required or infection is anticipated then add Epoxiconazole at 0.25 – 0.5lt/ha)
- T2 (GS39/51): Amistar Opti 1.5 lt/ha + ½ to ¾ rate triazole. (The triazole component should have good protective activity against mildew)
Agronomic information
Source: HGCA RL Candidates, harvest 2008. hgca.com/varieties. *Data from Syngenta Seeds trials
FORENSIC has medium straw length with a similar resistance to lodging as Optic, with superior resistance to brackling.
FORENSIC is a medium maturing variety and should ripen before Optic and Appaloosa.
Growth habit
- Early Spring: Semi-prostrate
- Tillering ability: Medium/high
- Maturity: Medium / late
Drilling information & dates
Seed rates are dependent on soil conditions at the time of drilling: the more difficult the environment the higher the seed rate must be to compensate for potential plant loss. The table below shows the suggested number of seeds per square metre that should be planted under good conditions.
The chart above should always be used in conjunction with thousand-grain weight of the seed to calculate the correct seed rate.
- Suitability for early drilling: N/A
- Suitability for late drilling (April): Good
- Optimum drilling date: Scotland (mid-March – early April), England (mid-February – mid-March)
Nitrogen application
In Scotland grain nitrogen levels of FORENSIC are similar to Oxbridge, slightly above Optic and Cocktail. But these differences are very small.
Whilst difficult to advise on exact fertiliser rates, most growers know how much nitrogen to apply for Optic. For FORENSIC a similar level and timing of nitrogen fertiliser should be applied.
PGRs
FORENSIC has medium straw stiffness. A PGR application would only be required on fertile sites or if being grown for grain distilling where higher levels of fertiliser are applied.
NFC advises the use of 0.1-0.2lt/ha of Moddus at GS 29-30 to stabilise tillers and promote root development.
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Disclaimer
The information given in these pages is for general guidance only. Whilst every care has been taken to ensure it is accurate, it is out of necessity, of a general nature and variation in growing environment or climate and/or changes to legislation, regulations and best practice can render it inaccurate. Syngenta Seeds Limited cannot accept any liability arising out of or in conjunction with the use of this information. Crop protection products should be used in conjunction with manufacturers’ recommendations. Use pesticides safely – always read the label. Consult your agronomist for the most current advice.
