SAMSUN-4 (Funtua (SSL 809))

Crop Name: Sunflower

National Code: NGHA-10-04

Variety Name: SAMSUN-4

Original Name: Funtua (SSL 809)

Outstanding Characteristics: Early maturing, good seed quality, yield, drought tolerant and excellent antioxidants especially Vitamin A, C and E good for intercropping. (2.38t/ha)

Agroecological Zones: Savanna Ecological Zones

Origin/Source: Nigeria

Developing Institute: IAR, Abu, Zaria

Breeder(s)/Collaborators: Prof. F. A. Showemimo, Mr. F.C. Orakwue, Prof. S.G. Ado, Dr. M.Y. Yeye, Prof. B. Tanimu, Dr. S. Misari, Dr. M. Mahmud, Prof. A.D. Akpa, Dr. E.A. Egwurube, Prof. J.J. Omage & Prof. V.I.O. Ndirika

Potential Yield (t/ha): 2.38

Year of Release: 2010

Year of Registration: 2010