Pea variety "Astronaut" is a medium-maturing, leafless variety developed by French breeders of the company RAGT 2n. The vegetation period is 70-75 days, ensuring stable maturation and high yield. The 1000-seed mass varies from 204 to 263 grams, averaging about 224 grams, indicating the large size and quality of the seeds.
The variety is distinguished by high resistance to lodging and shattering, which simplifies harvest and increases yield. Additionally, "Astronaut" has moderate resistance to diseases such as rust, ascochitosis, and powdery mildew, as well as resistance to pests, which helps preserve the yield and reduce costs for plant protection. Its high milling suitability makes this variety convenient for mechanized harvesting.
"Astronaut" is suitable for cultivation in various climatic zones, including steppes, forest-steppes, and plains. Approved regions include Central, Volgo-Vyatka, Central Chernozem, North Caucasus, Middle Volga, Ural, and West Siberian. The average yield in the Central region reaches 21.6 centners per hectare, confirming its high productivity and stability. The variety is recommended for cultivation on various soil types, including southern chernozems and small-grained steppe zones.
