Prekarpatiyska 1

Prekarpatiysky 1 — a valuable clover variety widely used in forage production, especially in grass mixtures for rational utilization. This variety is predominantly found in the Polissia region and low-lying areas of the Forest-Steppe. Clover is characterized by a taproot system that penetrates the soil shallowly, making the plants less drought-resistant. The stem is ribbed, creeping along the ground, and additional roots form at the nodes, contributing to good rooting and plant recovery. Leaves are trifoliate with long petioles, leaflets are heart-shaped. Flowers are white, arranged in spherical heads, and the fruit is a two- or three-seeded pod.

Clover seeds are small, bright yellow, with a heart-shaped form. Fresh seeds are shiny, but over time they lose their luster and acquire a reddish hue. The weight of 1000 seeds is approximately 0.7 grams. Prekarpatiysky 1 is intended for growing as green feed and hay, making it popular in animal husbandry. The hay yield reaches 24-36 centners per hectare, and green mass yield — 80-120 centners per hectare. The recommended sowing depth is 1-1.5 cm; the seeding rate for precision sowing is 10 kg per hectare, and for manual sowing — 12 kg per hectare.

This clover variety demonstrates good adaptation to specific climatic and soil conditions, as confirmed by research into the biological and morphological characteristics of similar clover used in the selection of perennial legume grasses. These studies allow recommending Prekarpatiysky 1 as a promising material for developing new varieties and improving forage crops, thereby contributing to increased agricultural efficiency.