MEDIUM 21

MEDIUM 21 is a mid-maturing spring barley (Hordeum vulgare L.) variety intended for feed and food use. The plant is tall, reaching a height of 65-70 cm, with a semi-erect bush type and a cylindrical, loose spike. A distinguishing feature of the variety is the strong anthocyanin coloration of the flag leaf auricles and a waxy coating on the sheaths of the lower leaves, which provides the plant with additional resistance. The awns are longer than the spike, smooth, and weakly colored in anthocyanin, while the grain is large and very large, with a 1000-seed weight ranging from 43 to 51 grams.

The variety is characterized by medium yields within the range of 2.8-4.4 t/ha, equivalent to 28-44 c/ha, and is capable of reaching maximum figures of up to 48.7 c/ha under favorable conditions. The vegetative period is 70-78 days, allowing the variety to mature simultaneously with benchmark varieties. MEDIUM 21 is resistant to lodging and shattering, possesses enhanced drought resistance, which makes it suitable for cultivation in regions with insufficient moisture and high temperatures. The variety is resistant to loose smut, however, it is susceptible to covered smut.

The application of the MEDIUM 21 variety covers both feed and food directions, thanks to the large grain with high crude protein content (9.9-11.0%). High resistance to lodging and shattering ensures crop preservation during harvesting, while adaptation to arid conditions expands the possibilities of its cultivation in various agro-climatic zones. This variety is recommended for regions with a moderate climate and is suitable for intensive cultivation technologies.