The OPTIMUS pea variety is a mid-season leafless plant type with a height ranging from 85 to 112 cm. The plants are characterized by a moderate number of nodes up to the first fertile node, well-developed stipules, and low to medium mottling density. Flowers are white, with two to three per node. Pods are weakly curved with an obtuse apex, seeds are spherical with yellow cotyledons and a black hilum. The mass of 1000 seeds varies from 196 to 223 grams. The vegetative period is 77–89 days. Pea OPTIMUS is distinguished by high yield, which in the Kaliningrad region averages 22.8 c/ha, 2.5 c/ha above the average standard, with a maximum yield of 36.2 c/ha recorded in the region. The variety has high resistance to lodging and shattering, as well as medium drought tolerance. Seeds contain up to 25% protein, making this variety particularly valuable for feed and food use. However, the variety is susceptible to ascochitis and root rots, requiring attention in agronomic practices. The originator and patent holder of the variety is the Federal Research Center for Grain Legume and Cereal Crops. The variety was created by complex hybridization involving several initial forms. Recommended for cultivation in the Kaliningrad region and the Northwestern region. The main advantages of the variety are high yield, significant protein content in seeds, as well as resistance to drought and root rots, ensuring production stability and product quality.
