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The Hopstore, Monksfield Lane, Newland, Worcester, WR13 5BB
+44 (0)1905 830734
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| Oil Composition | Myrcene: 19-20%, Humulene: 8-9%, Farnesene: Trace |
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Olicana® is a registered trade mark of Charles Faram & Co Limited and is from the Charles Faram Hop Development Programme.
Dual Purpose
None
A sister of Jester®, Olicana® is more leafy, taller and vigorous.
This variety was planted in 2009 in Herefordshire/Worcestershire and released commercially in 2014.
It was not originally selected as it was Powdery Mildew susceptible like Challenger, however Olicana® is more tolerant.
The hop was trialled by and is now commercially grown by Mark Andrews of Townend Farm.
Olicana® was found to be best in its class and highly resistant to Wilt.
It shoots very late with thin cuttings and can restrict propagation.
What’s your favourite hop?Hard choice; like choosing between your children. If I’m allowed one from each country I would say UK Bramling Cross US Mosaic
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