The wait is over. You’ve asked for more LibertyLink® options, and we’re delivering. The first of BrettYoung’s new generation of LibertyLink canola hybrids is here, and BY 7204LL is launching just in time for the 2024 growing season after proving itself in this year’s trials.
But we know that’s not enough.
Key Agronomic Traits
BY 7204LL comes equipped with Pod DefendR®, a shatter reduction trait requiring a minimum 7.0 rating on the Canola Council of Canada’s shatter scale. This ensures pod integrity you can depend on.
It also features Clubroot DefendR®, meaning stacked first- and next-generation resistance genes that protect against pathotypes such as 3H, 2B, 3A, and 3D.
In addition, BY 7204LL is R-rated to blackleg and includes the Rlm7 major resistance gene, which corresponds well to a predominant blackleg race in Western Canada.
Cornelsen noted, the hybrid has very good standability and has held its own against competitors.
Performance in Field and Plot Trials
In 2023 BrettYoung Comparison Trials, BY 7204LL averaged 104% of the trial mean, with yields ranging from 95% to 121%, including strong results such as 67.3 bu/ac in Kinistino, SK.
Cornelsen emphasized that it performed well across geographies and showed the type of consistency expected from a mid-maturing hybrid suited to multiple production regions.
BY 7204LL was developed by BrettYoung’s canola breeding partner DL Seeds, and, as Eric Gregory noted, brings strong competitiveness, earlier maturity, Pod DefendR, and a LibertyLink option that growers have been asking for.
In small plot trials, where conditions can be controlled, this hybrid also performed exceptionally well. These trial environments allow teams to push yield potential, ensure uniform ground, respond quickly to insect or disease issues, and compare many products side-by-side, including the full TruFlex® and Clearfield® portfolios.
Availability for 2024
BY 7204LL will be available for the 2024 growing season, and supply is expected to move quickly. Growers are encouraged to contact their BrettYoung retailer soon to secure seed.
Learn more at: https://brettyoung.ca/product/7204/
BY7204 LL is pending registration.
FAQ
What is BY 7204LL?
BY 7204LL is the first in a new generation of LibertyLink canola hybrids from BrettYoung that will be available for the 2024 growing season.
What special traits does BY 7204LL have?
BY 7204LL features Pod DefendR for shatter reduction and Clubroot DefendR which includes stacked resistance genes to established and newer clubroot pathotypes. It is also R-rated to blackleg and includes the Rlm7 major resistance gene.
How did BY 7204LL perform in field and small plot trials?
BY 7204LL averaged 104 percent of trial mean yield in BrettYoung’s 2023 field-scale trials, with yields ranging from 95 to 121 percent and notable wins, including a yield of 67.3 bu/ac in Kinistino, SK. In small plot trials, it also performed exceptionally well due to controlled conditions.
Who developed BY 7204LL?
BY 7204LL was developed by BrettYoung’s canola breeding partner, DL Seeds.
When and how can growers get BY 7204LL?
BY 7204LL will be available for the 2024 growing season and growers are encouraged to contact their BrettYoung retailer soon as supply will go quickly.
What advantages does BY 7204LL offer in terms of maturity and adaptability?
BY 7204LL is a mid-maturing hybrid, which has shown consistent performance across production regions making it suitable for use in various geographies.
