The established pan-European spring malting barley
Yield potential
NFC Tipple is the highest yielding spring malting barley available with full IBD approval for brewing.
Source: HGCA Recommended List 2010.
NFC Tipple has produced excellent yields across all regions of the UK, demonstrating that it is a very consistent variety to grow.
Source: HGCA Recommended List 2010.
Disease resistance
NFC Tipple has exceptional disease resistance to mildew and brown rust, however, a managed fungicide programme is recommended.
Source: HGCA Recommended List 2010.
Fungicide use
Always consult your agronomist and adapt programmes to local conditions.
- T0 - Needed in extreme disease pressure situations (especially Rhynchosporium).
- T1 - Key application timing to protect the canopy during the plants’ main burst of growth.
- T2 - To ensure the crop is healthy at harvest, protecting the grain fill and green leaf areas, vital for maintaining grain quality.
Core fungicide programme
- T1 - Kayak + prothioconazole GS30 (will give control of a broad spectrum of diseases).
- T2 - Amistar Opti + prothioconazole GS39-45 (protection against foliar disease and control of biotic and abiotic spotting).
West of England
- T1 - Kayak 1.0 lt/ha + Proline 0.4 lt/ha or Opus 0.6 lt/ha
- T2 - Amistar Opti 1.0 lt/ha + Proline 0.4 lt/ha or Opus 0.6 lt/ha
South & East England
- T1 - Kayak 0.75 lt/ha or Opus 0.4 lt/ha + Amistar Opti 0.75 lt/ha
- T2 - Amistar Opti 0.75 lt/ha + Opus 0.4 lt/ha
Agronomic information
NFC Tipple is a relatively short and very stiff variety with excellent resistance to lodging and brackling. NFC Tipple is slightly earlier maturing than Optic.
Source: HGCA Recommended List 2010.
Growth habit
- Early Spring: Semi-prostrate
- Tillering ability: Medium to high
- Maturity: Medium to late (Optic type)
Drilling dates
- Suitability for early drilling: Good
- Suitability for late drilling (April): Good
- Optimum drilling date: February – March (Scotland). January – February (England)
Recommended sowing rate
Seed rates are dependent on soil conditions at the time of drilling. The more difficult the environment the higher the seed rates should be to compensate for potential plant loss. NFC Tipple is a very adaptable and robust variety which suits many field situations. Syngenta Seeds trial results confirm that in good conditions there are no detrimental effects to NFC Tipple’s yield or grain quality by altering seed rates.
The table below shows the suggested number of seeds per square metre that should be planted under good conditions. These figures should always be used in conjunction with the thousand grain weight of the seed.
Nitrogen application
Varieties have different optimum nitrogen rates, therefore balancing N inputs to end market, variety and season is key.
Ensure you have checked levels with your contract and end market.
Syngenta Seeds' nitrogen input trials have shown the following effects to changes in N timing and quantity for NFC Tipple:
- NFC Tipple produces high yields and maintains large grain size over a range of fertility levels
- NFC Tipple grain N levels did not exceed 1.65 at the highest level of application (175kh/ha)
- NFC Tipple produces consistently low grain nitrogen levels over a wider fertility range than Optic
- To achieve higher grain N, suitable for European export, application can be delayed with no detrimental effect to grain size or quality.
In most situations the recommended amount of N for NFC Tipple would be 125-150kg/ha
These figures are for guidance purposes only. You must work with your agronomist when calculating nitrogen rates and timings, taking into consideration end market requirements and the fertility of the field. You should also work within any Defra guidelines / restrictions.
Source: Syngenta Seeds trials harvest 2004/5 over four sites.
PGRs
Normally not required, however Syngenta Seeds advises their use on lush crops or very fertile sites. In these cases use low rate Moddus (0.1–0.2 l/ha) at GS 29-30 to stabilise tillers and promote root development.
Quality
NFC Tipple has a very ‘balanced profile’ in terms of the quality attributes required by UK and European customers, including good Hot Water Extract, good levels of DP and low beta glucan.
As a result, NFC Tipple is an extremely popular spring malting barley in the UK and across Europe.
Grain quality
NFC Tipple has big, bold grain leading to fewer sieving losses.
Specific weight: 68.0 kg/hl
Sieving % through: 2.25mm - 1.7%
Sieving % through: 2.5mm - 5.1%
Nitrogen Content: 1.51%
TGW: Good
Source: HGCA Recommended List 2010.
NFC Tipple is an inherently low nitrogen barley, producing 0.05 lower N levels than Optic, therefore making it even easier to meet end user specifications.
Harvesting
Top priority – with all quality crops it is critical to harvest the crop in the best condition as soon as moisture is correct. As with all malting barleys, the variety should be kept separate to prevent contamination and to maintain the maximum premium from the end product.
Storage management
Correct storage of malting barley is a priority to ensure harvest quality remains. Malting barley should be at a moisture of below 14.5% to minimise the risk of moulds and dried in such a way so there is no damage to germination.
Grain temperatures and moistures should be checked regularly to ensure quality is maintained and germination levels are kept at 98% plus.
Source: HGCA Recommended List 2010 – the full database can be consulted at www.hgca.com
On the 1-9 scales high figures indicate that a variety shows the character to a high degree (e.g. high resistance).
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Disclaimer
The information given in these pages is for general guidance only. Whilst every care has been taken to ensure it is accurate, it is out of necessity, of a general nature and variation in growing environment or climate and/or changes to legislation, regulations and best practice can render it inaccurate. Syngenta Seeds Limited cannot accept any liability arising out of or in conjunction with the use of this information. Crop protection products should be used in conjunction with manufacturers’ recommendations. Use pesticides safely – always read the label. Consult your agronomist for the most current advice.
