Breeder Agronomy Notes

• Parentage

(Malacca x Charger) x Xi19

• Breeder Comments

Gallant is a high-yielding winter wheat variety that yields 2% higher than Solstice. It yields well in all rotational positions, sowing dates and soil types. Gallant combines yield potential, early maturity and consistent Group 1 quality.

• Rotation

First Wheat – Suitable

Second Wheat – Moderate

• Sowing Dates

Recommended – Mid Sept – Mid Oct

Latest – End Jan

• Seed Rates

250 seeds/sqm

• Growth Habits

Gallant is suitable for drilling from early September. It is a broadleaved, semi-erect variety with low/moderate tillering ability. Gallant has proven to be competitive against black-grass. Trial results show higher Gallant seed rates and increased residual herbicide dose combined, result in a reduction of black-grass.

 

Source: www.syngenta.co.uk