Kentavr

CENTAUR is a winter triticale variety developed at the Donsk Zonal Research Institute and the North-Donetsk State Agricultural Experimental Station. This crop is characterized by high winter hardiness, rated at 8.7-9 points under field conditions, ensuring reliable survival even during severe frosts. Plants reach a height of 70 to 122 cm, featuring a cylindrical, long, and medium-density white ear. The grain is large, elongated, and red in color, with a 1000-grain weight ranging from 39.8 to 53.4 g. The CENTAUR variety demonstrates high resistance to lodging and shattering, as well as good adaptability to various climatic conditions, including heat and drought. The vegetation period ranges from 220 to 283 days, allowing for effective use of the variety in different regions. Yields under testing reached 9.71 tons per hectare, with an addition to the national standard of up to 3.7 c/ha in some zones. The recommended sowing rate is 4 million seeds per hectare. CENTAUR exhibits resistance to major diseases, showing weak susceptibility to powdery mildew and Septoria, though it may be vulnerable to brown rust and snow mold. The grain contains a high protein level ranging from 11.2 to 14.8%, with gluten content reaching 22.3%. Due to these qualities, the variety is widely used in confectionery, brewing, and compound feed industries. CENTAUR is recommended for cultivation throughout Ukraine, confirming its universality and reliability.