Nominal

NOMINAL is a mid-season variety of chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) intended for forage use and food production. The plant is characterized by its tall growth, erect or semi-erect bush, and the presence of anthocyanin pigmentation on the stem. The leaves are large, and the seeds have a reddish-brown color, angular shape, and strong ribbing, giving them a distinctive appearance. The vegetative period of the variety ranges from 69 to 83 days, which allows for effective planning of agrotechnical activities. The NOMINAL variety is distinguished by its high resistance to lodging, shattering, and drought, ensuring crop stability even under unfavorable climatic conditions. The mass of 1000 seeds varies from 258 to 327 grams, indicating the large size and high quality of the seeds. The protein content in the grain ranges from 17 to 22%, making this variety attractive for forage use and the food industry. Yield of the variety in the Central-Black Earth region reaches 32.4 centners per hectare, while in the Middle Volga region it is 19.5 centners per hectare. NOMINAL is recommended for cultivation in such regions as the Oryol and Penza regions, as well as in the Central-Black Earth and Middle Volga regions. Due to its high productive and resilient characteristics, the variety is widely used in the agricultural industry to obtain high-quality chickpea crops used both in the food sphere and for feeding animals. Its good taste properties and resistance to diseases make it a profitable choice for farmers and agricultural producers.