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.
| 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
Full HGCA database can be consulted at www.hgca.com
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