Hurler

Hurler has one of the highest yields (104% treated, 91% untreated) of the mainstay varieties and it is the only variety specifically recommended by AHDB for feed. 

It is a variety ideally suited to heavier land where blackgrass is an issue as it can be pushed for yield because of its exceptionally good straw characteristics.

It has shown similar outstanding yield performance in Agrii trials over the past three yields (107% treated, 93% untreated).

Grain specific weight is one point below that of Laureate and its screenings are in line with most other varieties (1.5% through
2.25 mm and 4.3% through 2.5 mm screens).

It has shown consistent high yields over the past five years in official trials and across all regions and soil types.

It is very straightforward to manage with relatively short (68 cm), very stiff straw (9) and outstanding brackling resistance (9).

It is ideal for the non-specialist spring barley grower who is not looking to grow a crop under a malting contract.

Hurler has delivered consistently high untreated yields that are reflected in a good set of disease scores for mildew (8), Rhynchosporium (6) and brown rust (5).

Pedigree: (RGT Planet x KWS Beckie) x Laureate

The data presented here is a partial abstraction from the AHDB Recommended List. The complete data set is available on the AHDB website here