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4 A

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Helianthus annuus L. Sunflower · Agricultural · bred by SIGCO Research

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Variety description

10 August 2026

The SIGCO 4A line was developed by SIGCO Research as one of the parental components for sunflower hybrid breeding, specifically in combination with the pollinator line SIGCO 853R.

Plants of this line are characterized by a height in the range of 150–200 cm, medium-yellow flower color, and the formation of a single head. The period to flowering is approximately 70 days.

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Countries of admission

2 jurisdictions

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  • 4 A primary FR
  • 4A ES

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Variety in registries Regions of admission, rights holders, and status of plant breeders' rights

Parties

Breeder
SIGCO RESEARCH 70 Developed the variety
Applicant
Rustica Prograin Genetique SA (FR) Submitted the application to the register
Rights holder
Rustica Prograin Genetique SA (FR) Holds the rights to the variety

Plant breeders' rights

The right is granted for a limited term: propagation of the variety requires a license from the rights holder.

France № 2859
Terminated
  1. Application filed 26 November 1980
  2. Registered 22 October 1982
  3. Entry closed 10 January 1989

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