Septoria remains one of the biggest threats to UK wheat yields.
The disease can establish itself long before symptoms become visible, reducing green leaf area and limiting the crop's ability to maximise grain fill.
UK growing conditions often favour Septoria development. Frequent rainfall and prolonged periods of leaf wetness allow the disease to spread rapidly through the canopy, making robust genetic resistance an increasingly important part of any wheat management strategy.
AHDB Septoria Risk Map
Example of Septoria tritici observed in a control variety
Varietal resistance
Choosing a variety with strong septoria resistance provides greater flexibility throughout the season. It can help protect yield potential and reduce the pressure on crop management decisions when weather conditions disrupt spray programmes.
That is why Sparkler is one of the most exciting wheats to hit the market. As the highest-yielding soft wheat on the latest AHDB Recommended List, Sparkler combines outstanding output with one of the highest Septoria resistance ratings available.
Getting the Best from Your Sparkler Crop
Strong genetics are only part of the story. Achieving the full potential of Sparkler requires the right management approach throughout the season.
Our Sparkler Performance Guide brings together practical recommendations on drilling date, seed rates, crop nutrition, growth regulation and disease management to help growers maximise performance from establishment through to harvest.
Whether you're growing Sparkler for the first time or looking to refine your management strategy, the guide provides valuable insights to help unlock its yield potential.
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