Birdseed Mid Oleic Sunflower with Clearfield Herbicide Resistance

The Best of Birdseed and Oil Markets

SVS 610 CC offers a unique combination of birdseed market potential and mid oleic oil production.

For growers, this means flexibility when marketing sunflower production.

Benefits of Mid Oleic Sunflowers

• Excellent oil quality
• Strong market demand
• Consistent yields
• Premium market opportunities
• Excellent seed characteristics

Benefits for Birdseed Production

• Strong seed set
• Attractive black oil seed appearance
• Excellent harvestability
• Consistent standability
• Strong market demand

By combining these advantages, SVS 610 CC provides growers with multiple opportunities to maximize profitability.

Better Weed Control Throughout the Season

One of the biggest strengths of SVS 610 CC is the Clearfield® production system.

Clearfield technology allows growers to control troublesome broadleaf weeds while maintaining crop safety.

Benefits of Clearfield Technology

• Improved weed control
• Reduced weed competition
• Cleaner fields
• Greater management flexibility
• Improved yield protection

This is especially valuable in High Plains sunflower production where pigweed and other broadleaf weeds can significantly impact yields.

Why Choose SVS 610 CC?

Mid Oleic Oil Profile

Provides flexibility for multiple marketing opportunities while maintaining excellent agronomic performance.

Clearfield Herbicide System

Allows improved weed control and management flexibility.

Excellent Drought Tolerance

Built to handle moisture stress common throughout the High Plains.

Strong Yield Potential

Capable of producing competitive yields across multiple environments.

Excellent Standability

Strong stalks and roots help maintain harvestability throughout the season.

Broad Adaptation

Performs well throughout:

• West Texas
• Texas Panhandle
• Oklahoma Panhandle
• Eastern New Mexico
• Southern Great Plains

Flexible Marketing Options

SVS 610 CC offers multiple end-use opportunities.

Birdseed Production

Strong fit for birdseed contracts and commercial sunflower production.

Mid Oleic Oil Markets

Mid oleic sunflower oil continues to be an attractive market opportunity.

Commercial Sunflower Acres

Excellent agronomics allow the hybrid to fit a wide range of production systems.

SVS 610 CC Planting Guidelines

• Planting Season: Spring
• Minimum Soil Temperature: 50–55°F+
• Planting Depth: 1–2 Inches
• Recommended Population: 18,000–22,000 Plants Per Acre
• Sun Requirement: Full Sun
• Market Type: Birdseed & Mid Oleic Oil
• Herbicide System: Clearfield®

SVS 610 CC Characteristics

• Type: Mid Oleic Sunflower
• Market Class: Birdseed & Oil Production
• Herbicide System: Clearfield®
• Yield Potential: Excellent
• Drought Tolerance: Excellent
• Standability: Excellent
• Stalk Strength: Strong
• Root Strength: Strong
• Plant Health: Excellent
• Drydown: Good
• Adaptability: Southern High Plains
• Best Fit: Birdseed & Mid Oleic Production

Is SVS 610 CC Right for Your Farm?

SVS 610 CC is ideal if you:

✅ Need a Birdseed Mid Oleic Sunflower
✅ Want Clearfield Herbicide Resistance
✅ Need better weed control
✅ Farm in the High Plains
✅ Want drought tolerance
✅ Need strong standability
✅ Want multiple market opportunities

SVS 610 CC Sunflower FAQs

Is SVS 610 CC a birdseed sunflower?

Yes. It is well suited for birdseed production and commercial sunflower acres.

Does SVS 610 CC have Clearfield herbicide resistance?

Yes. The Clearfield® system provides improved weed control flexibility.

Is SVS 610 CC a mid oleic sunflower?

Yes. It produces mid oleic sunflower oil while maintaining birdseed market opportunities.

Where does SVS 610 CC perform best?

It performs well throughout West Texas, Eastern New Mexico, the Texas Panhandle, and Oklahoma Panhandle.