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Merks

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Lolium perenne L. Perennial ryegrass · Agricultural · bred by ZELDER

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Variety description

10 August 2026

The variety Merks is diploid (2x) and belongs to the category of late-heading varieties. It possesses high tillering potential. The genetic basis of the variety was formed by the polycross method based on three components.

The variety is used in agricultural research as a reference when studying plant genetic diversity and herbage development dynamics, including in sowings with red clover. The variety is included in specialized genotyping projects.

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Countries of admission

1 jurisdiction

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

Parties

Breeder
ZELDER 342 Developed the variety
Applicant
ILVO-PLANT 39 268 Submitted the application to the register
Maintainer
ILVO-PLANT 39 268 Responsible for variety maintenance

Admission to trade

The variety is listed in the national registry — its seeds are authorized for sale in this country.

  • QZ European Union Terminated

    № 205228

    Registration
    22 April 2003
    Terminated
    30 June 2018
  • BE Belgium Terminated

    № VG/A/LOLPE/00097

    Application
    23 November 1998
    Registration
    31 December 2013
    Terminated
    31 December 2015

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