Elena soybean is a high-yielding variety recommended for cultivation in various climatic zones, including the Polesye, forest-steppe, and steppe. Plants of this variety reach an average height of 72 to 90 cm, possess high plasticity and strong initial growth, which ensures good adaptation to various soil and climatic conditions, including fertile and clay soils. Elena soybean is suitable for traditional row sowing, and cultivation under the No-Till system is also permitted, which expands the possibilities for agronomic application.
The variety is characterized by an early maturity period with a vegetative period of about 110 days and a very early start of flowering. Plants are indeterminate type with violet flowers and yellow seeds, with a 1000-seed mass of approximately 179 g. The seeds contain a high level of protein — from 39.2% to 42.5%, as well as a significant amount of oil — about 20.5-21.1%. These indicators make the variety attractive for the production of both food and oilseed raw materials.
Elena differs in genetic resistance to major diseases such as sclerotinia and phytophthora, as well as high resistance to lodging. The yield potential of the variety reaches 3.3-3.5 tons per hectare, which is confirmed by the results of tests in various regions, including the Amur region. Thanks to its qualities and adaptability, Elena soybean is a reliable choice for farmers seeking to obtain a stable and quality crop.
