Buchatsky

Buchatsky — a high-yielding winter rapeseed variety, well-adapted for cultivation in the forest-steppe, steppe, and Polissya regions. This mid-season variety has a vegetation period of up to 310 days and optimal sowing dates from August 10 to September 5. The seeds have a 1000-seed mass of approximately 5.6 g, and the seeding rate is 0.6–0.8 million seeds per hectare, ensuring effective use of sowing area.

The winter rapeseed variety Buchatsky is characterized by high yield potential — 45–53 c/ha, equivalent to 4.0–4.5 t/ha. Plants reach a height of 160–180 cm and exhibit good resistance to stress factors such as cold, lodging, phomopsis, and bacterial diseases, with resistance ratings of 9, 8, 7, and 7 respectively. The variety is intensive and responds well to mineral fertilizer application, which enhances yield and product quality.

The primary purpose of this variety is for food oil production, where seed oil content is 46–48%. Additionally, Buchatsky is used for biodiesel production and animal feed meal production. Due to its characteristics, this variety is a versatile and profitable choice for agricultural enterprises seeking high-quality, high-yield rapeseed.