Introducing BY 6217TF, a new hybrid entering the Canadian market for 2023. Below, we highlight its key features, agronomic benefits and where to find more information, based on insights shared by Eric Gregory from BrettYoung Seeds.
Key Features of BY 6217TF
The “TF” stands for TruFlex®-traited herbicide tolerance, making it a product that BrettYoung Seeds is excited to launch across the region.
PodDefendR®-Rated Shatter Tolerance
- BrettYoung’s second hybrid to feature the Pod DefendR® shatter-reduction trait
- Delivers durable, dependable pod integrity
- Well suited to straight-cutting and delayed swathing
Two-Layer DefendR Disease Protection
Next-Generation Clubroot Package
- Built with stacked major resistance genes
- Suitable for all clubroot-affected regions across Western Canada
- Provides added strength for fields in the hot clubroot zones of central Alberta
Blackleg Defense
- DefendR®-rated for blackleg
- Includes both Rlm3 and Rlm7 major resistance genes
- Backed by a strong “R” rating for adult plant resistance
Impressive Yield Potential
- Averaged 106% of the WCC checks across two years of trials
- Demonstrated strong performance throughout Western Canada in 2022
Summary
BY 6217TF is a new TruFlex hybrid with strong shatter tolerance, two-layer disease traits for clubroot and blackleg and strong yield results in trials. BrettYoung Seeds is excited for its performance across Western Canada.
FAQ
What is BY 6217TF?
BY 6217TF is a new hybrid developed with traits suited for growers in Western Canada. The TF stands for TruFlex-traited herbicide tolerance.
What are the key features of BY 6217TF?
BY 6217TF combines Pod DefendR shatter tolerance with dual disease protection for clubroot and blackleg, along with strong yield potential.
Where can I get more information about BY 6217TF?
For more information on BY 6217TF please visit the brettyoung.ca website. Contact information for your local BrettYoung Regional Account Manager is also available on the website.
How did BY 6217TF perform in trials?
BY 6217TF came out of two years of previous trials at 106% of the WCC checks and performed very well across Western Canada in the summer of 2022.
