Kentavr: Reliable Protection Against Broomrape

Kentavr is a mid-early sunflower hybrid developed under SU technology by Ukrainian breeders of VNIIS. It combines high yield potential, excellent resistance to stress factors, and adaptability to various soil and climatic conditions, making it an attractive choice for agricultural producers across Ukraine.

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Published by: 27.02.2026

Why choose Kentavr?

The Kentavr hybrid combines high yield potential, adaptability to various growing conditions, and strong genetic resistance to broomrape (A–G+), ensuring reliable crop protection and minimizing yield losses in areas affected by this parasite.

This hybrid stands out for a range of agronomic advantages that ensure stable and efficient production:

  • Vegetation period: 105–108 days — optimal for successfully completing the growing cycle in different regions.

  • Yield potential: up to 5.0 t/ha under favorable conditions.

  • Oil content: around 50% — a significant advantage for processors.

  • Drought and lodging tolerance: high scores (9/9) — ensuring crop preservation even under adverse weather conditions.

  • Disease tolerance: good resistance to Phomosis, Phomopsis, rust, and gray/white mold.

  • Broomrape resistance: 7+ (A–G+) — helps minimize risks in infested fields.

Ease of cultivation and plant density management

Kentavr demonstrates high adaptability to different growing conditions, allowing farmers to effectively adjust plant density depending on moisture availability:

  • Sufficient moisture zone: 55–60 thousand plants/ha

  • Moderate moisture zone: 52–55 thousand plants/ha

  • Low moisture zone: 45–50 thousand plants/ha

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Where to buy Kentavr sunflower seeds?

We provide full advisory support for farmers, helping you choose the optimal hybrid and determine the appropriate plant density according to your farm’s specific conditions. A detailed description of the hybrid and its technical characteristics is available here: Kentavr.

Contact our regional managers for consultations and up-to-date pricing: Regional Managers’ Contacts

Or call: 0 800 302 032 (toll-free within Ukraine).

The Kentavr sunflower hybrid is a reliable choice for those who strive for stable and high yields, maximum productivity per hectare, and effective crop protection even in challenging seasons.

Kentavr — reliable protection against broomrape