Legion

Peas of the Legion variety are a wintering two-stemmed variety of Pisum sativum L., characterized by a mid-early maturation period. The vegetative period with spring sowing ranges from 72 to 85 days, while with autumn sowing it ranges from 204 to 245 days. The variety is recommended for cultivation in regions with corresponding climatic conditions, such as the Republic of Adygea, Rostov Region, and Stavropol Krai. Legion has medium resistance to lodging and enhanced drought resistance, making it a reliable choice for agricultural production. The weight of 1000 seeds varies from 163 to 205 grams, while the average yield in the indicated regions reaches 21.2 centners per hectare. However, the variety is susceptible to anthracnose, which requires attention in agronomic measures. In the food industry and cuisine, peas of the Legion variety are presented as a split product, packaged in 900-gram packs. This split peas are a universal ingredient widely used for preparing various dishes, drinks, and food compositions. Due to high quality and natural composition, the product is suitable for use in restaurants, stores, and markets. The shelf life of split peas is 600 days, ensuring long-term storage without loss of useful properties. Thus, peas of the Legion variety combine high agronomic characteristics and wide application possibilities in the food sector. Its mid-early maturation period and resistance to unfavorable conditions make the variety attractive to farmers, while convenient packaging and product quality make it attractive to manufacturers and consumers. Legion is suitable both for cultivation in certain regions of Russia and for use in various culinary recipes, making it a universal and in-demand product.