Performance of different linseed cultivars in Varamin region of Iran

The performance of nine different linseed cultivars studied in a randomized complete block design (RCB) with four replications in Varamin region (Iran) in 2006. The traits were seed yield, fatty acids, protein and oil content of linseed. The difference between cultivars was significant for all traits (P< 0.01). The Legina cultivar had the highest seed yield (3000 kg/ha) and linolenic acid content (45.16 percent). The palmitic acid content of RH 14/05 cultivar, oil percent and stearic acid of GOLDA cultivar, and protein content and yield of native cultivar were higher than other cultivars (p< 0.05). The RH 14/05 cultivar which was low in linolenic acid and high in oleic acid can be used as a breeding line to produce oil.