CPF-246 was released in 2011 and has a high population of medium-sized stalks. This is medium -maturing variety that continues to accumulate sugar throughout the normal harvest season. CPF-246 is non-lodging, good ratooner and responding well in high input conditions. The following pictures will show different characteristics to help in identifying CPF-246.
1. Canopy – Erect.
2. Stalk with– slight with overall purplish appearance
3. Conidial Root Band
4. Auricle-Long, necrotic and prominent
