The Gossypium hirsutum L. variety «FAVORIT» is characterized by its resistance to adverse climatic conditions and low susceptibility to diseases in fertile soils. The plant has a conical shape with a palmate leaf; gossypol glands and nectarines are present on the leaves, which attracts beneficial insects. The variety's flower is cream-colored, and the pod's longitudinal section is oval with a medium-length pedicel.
The most important parameters of «FAVORIT» are yield and fiber quality indicators. The total raw cotton yield is 15.6 centners per hectare with a planting density of 90,000 plants per hectare. The mass of raw material per pod is 5.4 grams, and the mass of 1000 seeds is 105 grams. Fiber yield reaches 37.1%, staple length is 36 mm, and fiber type is IV. Seed yield level is 9.8 centners per hectare. The vegetative period lasts 112 days, allowing planting within the standard agricultural calendar.
The «FAVORIT» variety is suitable for mechanized harvesting and withstands non-irrigated conditions well. According to the applicant, the plant is minimally damaged by pests such as spider mites and aphids, reducing the need for agrochemical control. Due to high yield and fiber quality, this variety is a preferred choice for cotton producers seeking stable results with minimal crop protection costs.
