After its second season in the fields, trial results are rolling in for BY 7204LL.
Packed with high yield potential and equipped with Pod DefendR® shatter resistance, DefendR-rated next-generation clubroot resistance and DefendR-rated blackleg resistance, BY 7204LL is proving to be a reliable contender.
BrettYoung Comparison Trials Overview
The BrettYoung Comparison Trial (BCTs) program is designed to collect field-scale data on commercially available hybrids and an industry check hybrid while assessing new up-and-coming options within the BrettYoung portfolio.
BY 7204LL made its debut in the 2023 BCT program at 15 locations, emerging as a frontrunner. Ongoing trialing efforts continue to gather data on hybrid-specific management practices and help determine how products handle varying weather and climatic conditions across Western Canada.
This year’s BCTs evaluated additional canola hybrids with the LibertyLink® herbicide trait system to complement BY 7204LL. Nearly 30 BCT sites have now been harvested, with quality data finalized from 24 of those locations.
BY 7204LL Performance in 2023 Trials
“We had the opportunity to place BY 7204LL against the industry-leading hybrid in our BCTs to collect regional field-scale data and assess it under much different growing conditions this season,” said Justine Cornelsen, Agronomic & Regulatory Services Manager for BrettYoung.
So far, BY 7204LL has finished just ahead of trial means at 101% and at 96% of the industry-leading LibertyLink hybrid. Growers have widely commented on the product’s standability after observing it throughout the season, noting how well it performed during the extended harvest period.
“This was a challenging fall that really tested the durability of the Pod DefendR trait in BY 7204LL,” Cornelsen added. “But it stood up to the test.”
DL Seeds Max Plots
BrettYoung also has a set of larger block trials in partnership with our main canola genetics supplier, DL Seeds. Each season, the Max Plot locations compare BrettYoung’s commercial products to industry checks and new candidate hybrids for the TruFlex™ and LibertyLink herbicide systems. This year, we received data from 15 Max Plot sites across the Prairies.
“These trials are a great opportunity to see what DL Seeds has to offer but they’re also a chance to see what BrettYoung has in the TruFlex and LibertyLink systems all at one location,” said Cornelsen.
Within the Max Plot trials, BY 7204LL came in third out of 16 entries, trailing two new experimental canola hybrids. It was 106% of trial mean and 105% of the industry-leading check hybrid. In 2023, BY 7204LL was the top performing hybrid from the 10 Max Plot locations.
Trial results continue to roll in as the season comes to a close. To stay up-to-date on product performance, use the Product Performance data tool.
Regional Performance and Retail Insights
Key reasons to contact your local BrettYoung representative include:
- Check local performance: Find out how BY 7204LL performed in your specific region by speaking with your BrettYoung Regional Account Manager (RAM).
- Retailer insights: Discuss results with your local retailer, as more than 150 side-by-side comparisons occurred across the prairies and northern states.
FAQ
What makes BY 7204LL stand out among canola hybrids?
BY 7204LL stands out due to its high yield potential, Pod DefendR shatter resistance, DefendR-rated next-generation clubroot resistance and DefendR-rated blackleg resistance.
How did BY 7204LL perform in the BrettYoung Comparison Trials in 2023?
In 2023, BY 7204LL participated in the BrettYoung Comparison Trials at 15 locations and ended up ahead of trial means at 101% and at 96% of the industry-leading LibertyLink hybrid.
What feedback did growers provide about BY 7204LL during the recent season?
Growers noted BY 7204LL’s excellent standability, especially during the challenging fall harvest and commented on how well the Pod DefendR trait performed.
How did BY 7204LL rank in the DL Seeds Max Plot trials?
BY 7204LL ranked third out of 16 entries in the Max Plot trials, achieving 106% of trial mean and 105% of the industry-leading check hybrid. In 2023, it was the top performing hybrid from the 10 Max Plot locations.
