Yield

Duster has recently been a consistent top performer in Oklahoma State University tests. Duster exceedingly performs well from central Oklahoma to the Panhandle, while being a perfect fit for all of Oklahoma and surrounding states. Current yield data available at www.wheat.okstate.edu.

Traits

While the Hessian fly is becoming critical issue for wheat producers locally, Duster has proven to have traits of resistance to the local biotype of Hessian fly. This particular trait will specifically benefit to those who sow early or those who no-till wheat after wheat.

Disease Resistance

Duster is resistant to various diseases including leaf rust, powdery mildew, wheat soilborne mosaic virus, and wheat spindle streak mosaic virus. Duster also shows intermediate resistance to stripe rust and barley yellow dwarf virus. While being resistant to the previous diseases Duster should be monitored for tan spot and septoria in continuous no-till wheat production systems.

Management

Duster is known for it's above-average tillering ability and recovery from grazing. Duster is a nice fit for dual-purpose production systems due to positive traits paired up with productive foraging and medium to late first hollow stem. Duster can also be a good choice for late-sown wheat or sandy soil conditions. Correct management is the key aspect to grain-only production with Duster. In order for Duster to be successful in grain-only production low seeding rates and later planting dates are suggested. Unique traits, disease resistance, and proper management allow Duster to have a wide spectrum of adaptation in Oklahoma and surrounding states.

A complete brochure PDF provided by Oklahoma State University is available for download here Duster PDF.