Variety N39
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Dec 2014
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Parents: CP67-411 x 75L1157. Year of release: 2002. Permitted Pest, Disease and Variety Control Areas: Felixton, Entumeni, Amatikulu, North Coast, Midlands North, Midlands South, Sezela, Umzimkulu. Recommended for planting under moderate to low potential conditions along the coast and hinterland on a 12 to 18 month cutting cycle. Also recommended for 18 month harvesting and frost pockets (12 month harvesting) in the midlands. BEST FEATURES N39 is an excellent variety for coastal and hinterland production on sandy soils. Best RV yields are achieved when harvested between 14 and 18 months of age. It is resistant to eldana and can therefore be carried over with less eldana damage compared to other varieties. It exhibits very quick germination and canopy closure. It is one of the best varieties for frost pockets in the midlands.
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Sugarcane Cultivation :: Genetic Science :: Genetics and Breeding :: Classical Breeding