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Lennon

Breeder: IBERS, Aberystwyth University
Status: National Listed

Lennon is a short, naked, high oil spring oat variety. It produces high yields, is shorter, has better standing power and a higher oil content than Bullion. Additionally, Lennon shows excellent resistance to both mildew and crown rust.

Trial data

LENNON FIRTH HUSKY
T yield (% T ctrl 7.6 t/ha) [75] 98 99
Resistance to lodging [7] 6 8
Straw length (cm) 99 102 105
Ripening (days +/- Firth) [-3] 0 -4
Mildew resistance 6 7 7
Crown rust resistance - 5 4
Specific weight (kg/hl) 63.7 53.0 54.0

Source: HGCA RL 2012
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