Helix® Saltro® provides canola growers with trusted, broad-spectrum protection by combining multiple fungicides and technology that work with the genetics of BrettYoung hybrid canola. Designed to defend the crop from soil-borne, airborne, seed-borne diseases, and every form of blackleg, the treatment delivers systemic protection that grows with the plant, helping ensure a strong start and supporting the yields growers are seeking.
Two Parts of Helix Saltro
BrettYoung hybrid canola comes with Helix Saltro as the base seed treatment. The formulation is one we trust wholly and you should too.
Helix Saltro has two parts to it. The Helix part of the treatment came first, combining the strengths of three fungicides to give growers broad-spectrum early-season defence against diseases. Today, it’s made of four different fungicides to protect your canola plants from soil-borne, airborne, and seed-borne diseases.
Shad Milligan, Syngenta’s Seedcare Technical Lead for Western Canada, said the fungicides work interactively with each other to offer systemic protection. That means as the plant grows, the protection grows with it, blocking the fungus from entering the plant.
“You’re fully protected as a grower,” he said. “It’s all about protecting the genetics so the crop can get the best start possible and growers can achieve the yields they’re seeking.”
Benefits of Helix Saltro
- Broad-spectrum disease protection: Shields canola from soil-borne, airborne and seed-borne diseases.
- Interactive fungicide combination: Four different fungicides work together for stronger systemic defense.
- Systemic plant coverage: Protection grows with the plant to keep diseases out.
- Trusted formulation: Built on experience and proven results for canola growers.
Saltro Protection Against Airborne Blackleg
The Saltro part of the seed treatment is a technology that’s exceptionally good at protecting canola from airborne blackleg. Working with the genetics in the canola seed, Helix Saltro ensures the crop is protected from every form of blackleg, even the races that may not be covered by the blackleg resistance genes in the hybrid.
“It’s getting to be more and more important to utilize fungicide and genetics together to protect the genetics,” said Milligan. “In reports across Western Canada, we’re seeing instances of blackleg rise but still with low severity. What that means is that you’re seeing some of these races slipping past the genetics and causing some damage, but it’s not yet at that tipping point. Saltro is that additional component that allows the grower to be protected from any form of blackleg. It’s like your insurance, and then some.”
Advantages of Saltro in Canola Protection
- Effective against all blackleg races: Protects against forms not covered by resistance genes.
- Works with genetics: Boosts the hybrid canola’s own disease resistance.
- Supports low severity in outbreaks: Reduces the impact of emerging blackleg threats.
- Added “insurance” layer: Extra peace of mind for canola growers.
How the Systemic Ingredient Works
A systemic active ingredient in Helix Saltro allows the fungicide to move within the plant, protecting it at the most critical stage for a blackleg infection to cause yield loss. Helix Saltro stops the pathogen from entering and spreading to the plant stem, giving your crop the head start it needs.
How Systemic Protection Works
- Internal movement: Fungicide travels through the plant’s tissues.
- Critical stage coverage: Guards the crop at the time most vulnerable to blackleg.
- Blocks pathogen spread: Prevents the fungus from invading stems and causing yield loss.
- Ensures a strong start: Promotes early health and robust growth.
Fortenza® Advanced Add-On Option
BrettYoung also offers Fortenza® Advanced as an add-on seed treatment option. Fortenza Advanced gives growers protection from flea beetle and cutworm damage, which Milligan said is just as crucial as disease protection.
Benefits of Fortenza Advanced
- Flea beetle protection: Shields canola seedlings from a major early insect threat.
- Cutworm defense: Prevents damage from these soil-dwelling pests.
- Complements disease control: Completes a holistic seed treatment approach.
- Flexible add-on: Available as an optional upgrade for more comprehensive coverage.
Learn More About BrettYoung Seed Treatments
To learn more about our canola seed treatment options, go to https://brettyoung.ca/agricultural-seed-crop-inputs-canada-portal/canola/seed-treatment-options/.
FAQ
What is Helix Saltro and how does it protect canola crops?
Helix Saltro is a seed treatment featured on BrettYoung hybrid canola that provides protection against diseases and pests. It combines multiple fungicides with advanced technology to give growers confidence throughout the growing season.
How does the Helix part of Helix Saltro work?
The Helix part consists of four different fungicides that protect canola plants from soil-borne, airborne and seed-borne diseases by offering systemic protection as the plant grows.
What role does Saltro play in the seed treatment?
Saltro is effective at protecting canola from airborne blackleg. It works with the genetics in the canola seed to ensure protection from all forms of blackleg including those not covered by resistance genes in the hybrid.
Why is systemic protection important in Helix Saltro?
A systemic active ingredient allows the fungicide to move within the plant, protecting it during the most critical stage for blackleg infection and preventing the pathogen from entering and spreading to the plant stem.
What additional seed treatment option does BrettYoung offer?
BrettYoung offers Fortenza Advanced as an add-on seed treatment. It protects canola from flea beetle and cutworm damage, which is as crucial as disease protection.
