Archer

A skilled marksman targeting weeds in hay crops

Key features

A single gene IMI tolerant oaten hay variety
A mid maturing oaten hay variety suitable for planting in the major hay growing regions of Australia
An ideal variety for use where there are IMI residue concerns from previous crops.
A medium height variety, with good early vigour and hay colour retention.
Good disease profile include excellent resistance to oat leaf (crown) rust. For current disease ratings, please see GRDC NVT Disease Ratings.
End Point Royalty (EPR) $3.65/tonne + GST

ARCHER is available through resellers and Seedclub Members

Sentry® is currently registered for preplanting incorporation by seeding (IBS) for hay, forage, seed and grain (domestic feed market only) production. Excess grain, seed and screenings produced from single gene IMI Oaten hay varieties, Kingbale and Archer, can be used for the domestic oaten grain feed markets and/or consumed on-farm. Grain of these varieties cannot be delivered into bulk handling systems.

Farmer to farmer trading of IMI herbicide‑tolerant oats is not permitted as it undermines the stewardship required to manage outcrossing and preserve the integrity of the trait, significantly threatening the long‑term effectiveness of the IMI system. IMI oat seed crops must be grown under strict guidelines including minimising wild oat populations within and near the seed crop, applying Sentry® prior to sowing, and conducting crop inspections. When seed is traded informally, these stewardship requirements cannot be reliably implemented, communicated, or verified. Ensuring all growers source seed through approved channels allows clear communication, accountability, and compliance with stewardship obligations which are essential to protect the IMI technology.