Cropton

• Cropton was added to the 2009 HGCA Recommended List as a high yielding malting variety which may be suitable for brewing

• As a new variety, it is still under test by IBD and growers are advised to speak to merchants before committing to this or other varieties in this position

• Very high treated yield

• High untreated yield

• Stiff straw

• Good resistance to mildew

• Good resistance to brackling

• Breeder/ UK Agent: Syngenta Seeds Ltd (www.newfarmcrops.co.uk).

Page updated: November 2008