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FLAX

Good to grow
The Proven Seed flax lineup is evidence of the CPS investment in research and development to improve opportunity for our customers . With its high omega-3 fatty acid and fibre content , flax has great human health benefits — and real potential for growers .
Proven Seed flax varieties feature better yields , improved standability and shorter plant height to help with straw management . Ask your CPS retail for more information .
WestLin 72 | The new performance leader
Premiering in 2017 , WestLin 72 is the new leader in flax yield performance . A traditional brown seeded flax variety , WestLin 72 offers good disease resistance , a strong oil profile and exceptional yield performance and yield stability .
WestLin 71 | Easy straw management
A traditional brown seeded flax variety offering excellent standability and reduced plant height . If straw management is a concern , WestLin 71 is the right choice .
NuLin 50 | A healthier profile
An identity preserved yellow seeded flax variety offering a yield advantage over the check , enhanced omega-3 levels and high levels of oil and protein content . NuLin 50 is a NuLin ® flax agronomically similar to traditional flax varieties , but due to its healthier profile , it gives growers access to premium end-use markets . Be sure to ask your CPS retail about our contracting program and partner for NuLin 50 .
VARIETY
YIELD (% OF CDC BETHUNE )
MATURITY
(+/ - CDC BETHUNE )
HEIGHT ( CM )
NEW WestLin 72
102 + 2.5 55.0
WestLin 71 101 + 1.0 55.8
NuLin 50 103 + 2.0 54.4
Source : 2011-2014 CPS Local Performance Checks
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