The SONET rice variety represents a medium-maturity type of Oryza sativa L., recommended for cultivation in the Western-Delta and Southern-Preforested zones of Krasnodar Krai. This variety belongs to the Italica group and is characterized by a short-medium stem and panicle length, as well as a lack or weak presence of hairs on the blade of the penultimate leaf. The length of the glabrous grain is also short-medium, and the mass of 1000 grains is 27-29 grams. The vegetative period of the variety ranges from 98 to 122 days, making it medium-late in terms of maturity.
The SONET variety is distinguished by its high yield: average indicators in the region reach 67.1 centners per hectare, which is 8 centners higher than the average standard. In Krasnodar Krai, yield can reach 70.4 centners per hectare, and the maximum registered indicator was 87 centners per hectare. Rice is resistant to lodging and shattering, possesses high technological and culinary qualities, making it valuable for the production of quality products. Additionally, the variety demonstrates medium resistance to pyricularia.
Thus, SONET rice is a promising variety for agrarians focused on obtaining high and stable yields with good grain quality characteristics. Its adaptation to the climatic conditions of Krasnodar Krai and resistance to adverse factors make it a profitable choice for cultivation in the specified zones.
