Guardian
Hard Red
Released in 2019, Guardian is a great defensive choice combining the cmc4 gene (curl-mite resistance) and the wsm2 gene (WSMV resistance) to help against wheat streak risk. Guardian also provides good resistance to stripe rust and stem rust for wet years. This strong disease package, combined with stable grain yield, exceptional test weight, and a strong grain protein deviation, provide a valuable seed product that will help maximize ROI year after year. PVP protected; to be sold by variety name only as a class of certified seed.
Characteristics
- Maturity: Medium
- Height: Medium-Tall
- Coleptile Length: Medium-Long
Yield
Drought Tolerance
Milling Quality
Baking Quality
Straw Strength
Test Weight
Protein
Rating Scale
- Poor
- Fair
- Good
- Very Good
- Excellent
Pest & Disease Profile
WHEAT STREAK MOSAIC
Stripe Rust
Leaf Rust
Triticum Mosaic
Stem Rust
Rating Scale
- Poor
- Fair
- Good
- Very Good
- Excellent
Management Notes
- Use as your defensive tool against WSMV prone areas of your farm
- Great option for disease prone fields with heavy residue
- Controlling volunteer wheat before planting is your best defense against virus