Donetskaya 46

The winter soft wheat variety Donetskaya 46 is medium-early and developed by hybrid selection breeding. Plants reach a height of 95–110 cm and exhibit good resistance to lodging. The flag leaf is positioned at a 30-degree angle to the stem, enhancing photosynthetic activity. The variety shows moderate susceptibility to diseases but has increased frost and winter hardiness exceeding average levels. Donetskaya 46 positively responds to irrigation, enabling improved yields under additional watering. The grain has good baking quality and high gluten content — 28.4%. The gluten deformation index is 77 units, and dough strength by alveograph reaches 260 units. The bread volume from 100 g of flour is 1035 ml, and the overall bread quality rating is 4.2 points, indicating high suitability for baking industry. The potential yield of Donetskaya 46 is high, making it attractive for intensive agriculture. The variety is recommended for cultivation after various preceding crops, including both warm-season and cool-season crops. It exhibits high plasticity and can withstand significant doses of mineral and organic fertilizers. Optimal sowing dates are from September 10 to 25, contributing to maximum yields. Donetskaya 46 belongs to varieties with increased photoperiod sensitivity and extended vernalization period, which should be considered when planning agronomic activities.