Varieties
NSC Warren RR
The NSC Warren RR is NorthStar Genetics' flagship variety because of its early maturity, and the highest yields for its maturity in Manitoba. With 115 days to maturity, growers in Manitoba have discovered that the NSC Warren RR variety gives them the yield that they expect, earlier. The heat unit requirements are 2375 heat units, and this seed can handle some drought stress. If you need an early soybean variety and if you grow in Manitoba, then the NSC Warren RR variety is right for you.
- Maturity*- 115 Days
- Heat Units- 2375
- Seed/lb- 3800
- Yield/ Acre- 51.1
- Yield Index** (% Check)- 91%
- Iron Chlorosis Rating**†- 2.1
- Seeding Technique- Solid seed or row
NSC Regis RR
Consistency is king and that would mean the NSC Regis RR variety rules the kingdom. While new varieties are being developed every year, the NSC Regis RR has proven itself as a strong consistent variety with 119 day maturity and a 2450 heat unit requirement. Fitting in with all areas of Manitoba this variety has excellent emergence, can be planted in any row width, and has an impressive Iron Deficenty Chlorosis rating. The NSC Regis RR vareity is in it for the long haul.
- Maturity*- 119 Days
- Heat Units- 2450
- Seed/lb- 3200
- Yield/ Acre- 48.2
- Yield Index** (% Check)- 85%
- Iron Chlorosis Rating**†- 2.1
- Seeding Technique- Solid seed or row
NSC Argyle RR
Registration Pending
Is this variety offensive enough, meaning higher yeild for good resistance? That isn't even a question for the NSC Argyle (2707) RR soybean from NorthStar Genetics Manitoba. Experimental, the NSC Argyle (2707) RR proved itself as a large-leafed, branchy plant with impressive yields. The heat unit requirements are 2475 heat units and this variety can be grown throughout Manitoba. Plant this next to your house and enjoy the view.
- Maturity*- 120 Days
- Heat Units- 2475
- Seed/lb- 2900
- Yield/ Acre- 56.9
- Yield Index** (% Check)- 100%
- Iron Chlorosis Rating**†- 2.2
- Seeding Technique- Solid Seed or Row
NSC Carey RR
When exciting things happen, we believe you should know. That's why you need to know about NSC Carey (2703) RR variety. Experimental in 2008 and 2009, this variety has lots of lateral branching and a maturity that is the same as our best selling NSC Portage RR variety or sooner. Pair that with the best white mold scores you'll ever see. We are proud to have this variety in our product line and think you'll be proud to have it in your field.
- Maturity*- 120 Days
- Heat Units- 2475
- Seed/lb- 3150
- Yield/ Acre- 55.6
- Yield Index**- (% Check)- 97%
- Iron Chlorosis Rating**† - 1.8
- Seeding Technique- Solid Seed or Row
NSC Portage RR
The NSC Portage RR vareity is the #1 seeded variety in Manitoba, and there are plenty of reasons why. With an average maturity at 119 days in 2008 and the NSC Portage RR variety also has a low Iron Deficiency Chlorosis rating and prefers to be on medium to heavy soil. Keep this gem south of Winnipeg for the highest yields. We are proud to say that the NSC Portage RR variety was the best seller in Manitoba for planted acres of a single variety. Let this variety take you to new heights in soybean production.
- Maturity*- 121 Days
- Heat Units- 2500
- Seed/lb- 3600
- Yield/ Acre- 57.3
- Yield Index**- (% Check)- 100%
- Iron Chlorosis Rating**†- 1.9
- Seeding Technique- Solid Seed or Row
NSC 2011 RR
Good things will come in small packages. The same can be said about the NSC 2011 RR variety with a seed size of 3600+ seeds per pound. What could be better than getting more seeds for your dollar? How does a variety that has a very good Iron Deficency Chlorosis rating as well as good tolerance to white mold andy phytophthora sound? Want even more? The NSC 2011 RR is good for all Manitoba areas and consistently finishes off under all conditions. There is more but we'd rather tell you in person, so visit your local dealer to find out how you can get more bank for your buck today!
- Maturity*- 122 Days
- Heat Units- 2525
- Seed/lb- 3670
- Yield/ Acre- 51.4
- Yield Index**- (% Check)- 92%
- Iron Chlorosis Rating**†- 1.9
- Seeding Technique- Solid Seed or Row
NSC Coulee RR
Going south doesn't have to be for the birds. The NSC Coulee RR variety was bread for southern Manitoba. Although this variety boasts a 123-day maturity it will be worth the wait. This variety doesn't make any excuses for having a long season maturity because good things come to those who wait. In 2008 the NSC Coulee RR variety had the highest yield in its long season class.
- Maturity*- 123 Days
- Heat Units- 2550
- Seed/lb- 3300
- Yield/ Acre- 59.8
- Yield Index**- 106%
- Iron Chlorosis Rating**†- 2.0
- Seeding Technique- Solid Seed or Row
* = 4 Common sites where maturities were all one on one (Carman, Morris, Portage, St. Adolphe)
** = Yield Index and IDC scores from 2008 MCVET Data
† = Rating Scale: 1 is Best, 5 is Worst