KORONA

The KORANA soybean variety is a medium-maturing semi-determinate hybrid, intended for grain production as well as for food and feed purposes. The vegetative period is approximately 113-114 days, allowing effective utilization in regions with moderate climates. Plants have a medium height ranging from 71 to 97 cm, with a semi-erect or horizontal growth habit, ensuring resistance to lodging. The attachment height of the lower pod varies from 12 to 14.3 cm, facilitating harvesting. Stem hairs may be gray or reddish-brown, and flowers appear both white and purple, indicating some variability within the variety.

The seeds of the KORANA variety are medium-sized, elongated, with yellow or yellow-green coloration and a yellow hilum. The 1000-seed mass ranges from 145-186 g, indicating high seed density and quality. Protein content in the seeds reaches 38.5-42.0%, and oil content is 20.6-23.0%, making this variety a valuable source of nutrients. Yield varies across regions: average yields range from 17.8 to 23.9 c/ha, with maximum yields reaching 34.5-40.1 c/ha, confirming high productivity and adaptability of the variety.

The KORANA variety is recommended for cultivation in the Far Eastern region, including Amur Oblast and Primorsky Krai, as well as in Kabardino-Balkar Republic and Krasnodar Krai. It exhibits comprehensive resistance to fungal and bacterial diseases, reducing the need for intensive plant protection and enhancing economic efficiency of cultivation. Due to its agronomic characteristics and high seed quality, KORANA is a promising choice for farmers aiming to achieve high soybean yields with high protein and oil content.