Winter wheat variety Bodycek is an early-maturing variety with high winter hardiness and excellent adaptation to various soil-climatic conditions, including the Polissia, forest-steppe, and steppe regions. This variety is characterized by medium plant height and high tillering capacity, which contributes to good yield even under drought conditions. The thousand-grain weight is 42-45 grams, indicating high grain quality. Sowing rate varies from 3.3 to 5.0 million germinating seeds per hectare depending on sowing time and growing conditions.
Bodycek exhibits high resistance to a range of diseases, including Fusarium head blight, wheat rust, snow mold, powdery mildew, and septoria. Despite moderate disease resistance, to prevent possible infections under adverse weather conditions, it is recommended to conduct two fungicide treatments and apply growth regulators. The ultra-early flowering and ripening of this variety reduce the risk of Fusarium infection and decrease the workload during harvest, making it convenient for agronomic operations.
In terms of baking properties, Bodycek belongs to class "A" (2nd class), confirming its value for producing high-quality flour and bakery products. The variety is recommended for cultivation in all soil-climatic zones, especially performs well under drought conditions, ensuring stable yields of 50.4-60.2 centners per hectare. Due to its combination of high productivity, stress resistance, and grain quality, Bodycek is a reliable choice for farmers aiming to achieve high and stable yields of winter wheat.
