How we rate our soybeans
Our variety data is developed from a range of tests and sources including on-farm plots, private research, provincial trials, and in-field observations. Observations and ratings are primarily taken on intermediate soil types and should be considered a guideline. Soybean varieties respond differently to various soil types.
Your local Sevita representative can provide a more precise recommendation for your growing situation.
Here's more information on how we have evaluated our varieties and how to interpret our ratings:
Conventional, food-grade variety.
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Food product use icons
Represent the food products this variety is typically used for. Varieties may be used for multiple products based on their unique food characteristics.
9 = Outstanding performance. The best of the Sevita lineup and leading varieties in the market.
8 = Above average performance. Outshines most varieties.
7 = Solid performance that stands on par with the rest of the Sevita lineup and industry at large.
6 = Good performance that may require careful management in some environments.
Standability
Lodging data from provincial trials and Sevita in-field observations.
White Mold Tolerance
Quebec provincial testing (RGCQ) and Sevita in-field observations.
Phytophthora Tolerance
Ontario provincial testing (OSACC) and private research trials.
Iron Deficiency Chlorosis
Manitoba provincial testing (MPSG), private research, and Sevita in-field overservations.
Characteristics
Disease resistances
Phytophthora Genes - Rps1a, Rps1c, Rps1k, Rps3a, and Rps6
Soybean Cyst Nematode Source - PI88788
Brown Stem Rot - BSR
Plant Structure
Canopy Width
In-field observations are made in July and August. Categories are slender, slender to average, average, average to wide, and wide.
Plant Height
Based on data from provincial trials and Sevita in-field observations. Varieties are compared to other products in similar maturities.
- Short more than 10% shorter
- Medium within 5% of the average
- Tall more than 10% taller
Dramatization of plant shape to show size difference between varieties
Recommendations
Row Width
Most varieties are adaptable across a wide range of row widths but thrive within the indicated range.
Wide Row Adaptability
Represents how a variety will yield on wide row widths.
- Excellent performs better on wider row widths.
- Average performs equally well on wide and narrow row widths.
- Not Recommended performs better on narrow rows and wide rows should be avoided in most situations.
No-Till Adaptability
Based on emergence observations, research testing, and field experience. Varieties rated average or higher are shown to have good seed emergence and establish consistent stands in no-till conditions.
Seeding Rate
Seeding rates are recommended based on plant type, plant height, standability, and field experience.