Achilles

Barley variety Achilles is a medium-early grain variety recommended for cultivation in forest-steppe and steppe zones. The crop's vegetation period lasts 70-78 days, and plant height ranges from 60 to 90 cm. The variety is characterized by high resistance to lodging and shattering, which helps preserve yield and facilitates harvest. However, it is less resistant to non-sporulating powdery mildew, which should be considered when selecting the region and growing conditions.

Achilles belongs to the steppe ecological group and possesses a strong root system, providing high drought and heat tolerance. The ear is two-rowed, straw-yellow in color, awned with smooth awns, medium length, and non-shattering. The grain is membranous, elastic, semi-long, with a 1000-grain weight of 50-60 grams. High protein content in the grain — from 14.3% to 17.2% — makes this variety attractive for producing high-quality grain.

Achilles variety demonstrates stable and high yield, reaching 33-50 centners per hectare, confirming its ecological plasticity and adaptability to various growing conditions. The recommended seeding density at harvest is 5.0 plants per square meter. These characteristics make Achilles a profitable choice for farmers aiming to obtain high-quality and resilient barley yields in Ukrainian forest-steppe and steppe regions.