The Rodnik pea variety is a medium-maturing leafless plant intended for cultivation in various regions, including the Central and North Caucasus. This variety is characterized by high yield and high protein content in seeds, reaching 22.7-26.5%. Plants reach heights from 51 to 83 cm, have white flowers and round seeds with yellow cotyledons and a light hilum. The mass of 1000 seeds varies from 195 to 251 grams, indicating the size and quality of the seed material.
The Rodnik pea variety has high resistance to lodging and shattering, which ensures crop preservation and convenience during harvesting. It is moderately resistant to ascohitosis, but susceptible to root rots, which requires attention during agrotechnical measures. The average yield of the variety is 23.4 centners per hectare, reaching a maximum of 60.2 centners under favorable conditions.
The Rodnik pea belongs to annual herbaceous plants of the Fabaceae family. Its stem is slightly branched, and flowers form in leaf axils. The fruit is a two-chambered pod containing 2 to 10 smooth round seeds. Peas are widely used in various forms: fresh, canned, frozen, and dry, making it a universal product for year-round consumption.