Khamarka

Originator: Institute of Plant Growing named after V. Ya. Yuryev.

Registered in the State Register of Plant Varieties of Ukraine since 2007 for Steppes.

Biological characteristics: medium-maturing variety. Plant height 100 — 120 cm, dominant dwarf stem type, suitable for mechanized harvesting. High and stable yield, enhanced winter hardiness, high drought resistance. Less susceptible to powdery mildew, brown rust, and snow mold compared to standard varieties and other dwarf-stemmed varieties. High resistance to lodging and shattering.

Agronomic traits: 1000-grain weight 35-42 g. Protein content in grain 10.5 — 12.5%, grain density 680 — 750 g/l. Bread volume from 100 g flour — within 360 — 380 cm3.

Agronomic requirements: sow after perennial grasses, peas, corn for grain. Sowing dates — optimal sowing dates for winter rye in the region.

Sowing rate 4.0 million germinating seeds.