The Cardiff soybean variety is medium-early and characterized by high yield stability and seed quality under various climatic conditions and soil types. The potential yield of this variety reaches 45-50 c/ha, which is a high indicator for this maturity group. Plants grow to a height of 70-90 cm and possess genetic resistance to lodging and pod shattering, which helps preserve the harvest and reduce losses during harvesting.
Cardiff is distinguished by high resistance to a range of pathogens, including bacterial blight, downy mildew, and viral diseases, ensuring reliable cultivation in forest-steppe and steppe zones. The seed contains 41-42% protein, and the 1000-seed weight is 170-180 g. The recommended seeding density at harvest is 450-500 thousand plants per hectare. The variety was registered in 2014 and is produced by Saatbau Linz.
Cardiff is a high-yielding and stress-tolerant variety, making it attractive for farmers seeking a stable and high-quality soybean harvest. Due to its characteristics, it is suitable for cultivation in various agroclimatic zones, ensuring effective use of land resources and high profitability of production.