Maunsell is a very promising new early ripening RL Candidate for 2026.
Maunsell combines very high yields with a superb kernel
content. With the added benefit of excellent resistance to
crown rust, taller, stiff straw and very early ripening, Maunsell
is a very exciting Candidate for 2026.
| Annual Yields | 2023 (9.2 t/ha) | 2024 (9.3 t/ha) | 2025 (8.7 t/ha) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maunsell | [106] | [100] | 107 | |
| Mascani | 94 | 93 | 95 | |
| Cromwell | 105 | 103 | 101 |
| Agronomics | |
|---|---|
| Resistance to lodging | - |
| Straw length (cm) -PGR | [138] |
| Ripening (days +/- Mascani) | -3 |
| Disease Resistance | |
|---|---|
| Mildew | 4 |
| Crown rust | 8 |
| Grain Quality | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kernel content % | 76.2 | ||||
| Specific Weight (kg/hl) | 50.7 | ||||
| Screenings (<2.0mm) | 5.1 | ||||
| Kernel colour | white |
Source: AHDB Winter Oat Candidates 2026
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