SUZDALSKAYA 2

SUZDALSKAYA 2 is a variety of soft winter wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) characterized by a medium-early maturity period and short stature. It exhibits lodging resistance, which contributes to yield preservation and facilitates harvesting. The variety's vegetative period ranges from 219 to 278 days, allowing for successful cultivation in various climatic conditions. The variety is recommended for cultivation in several regions of Russia, including the Central Black Earth region, the North Caucasus region, as well as Krasnodar Krai, the Republic of Adygea, and Stavropol Krai. It demonstrates good drought resistance, comparable to or exceeding the Skifianka and Palpich varieties. SUZDALSKAYA 2 is distinguished by high yield, reaching 94.1 c/ha in certain regions and about 56 c/ha in the Central Black Earth region. The mass of 1000 grains varies from 39 to 46 grams, indicating grain size and quality. The variety has good baking qualities with a high protein content reaching 18-19%, making it attractive for producing high-quality flour and bakery products. In terms of disease resistance, SUZDALSKAYA 2 shows high resistance to brown rust and moderate resistance to powdery mildew and septoria. However, the variety is susceptible to fusarium head blight and hard head smut, requiring attention during agrotechnical measures and plant protection. Overall, this variety represents a reliable choice for farmers seeking to obtain a high and quality yield of soft winter wheat in various climatic conditions.