Wheat variety Faxe is a transgenic two-rowed cultivar developed by the Canadian company Sertis Holding Group using nanotechnology and DNA cell transformation. This variety exhibits high resistance to adverse growing conditions, including drought, frost down to -37 °C, and significant temperature fluctuations in spring. Thanks to genes introduced from marine algae and other plants, Faxe possesses exceptional cold tolerance, drought resistance, and salt tolerance. It also demonstrates high resistance to a broad spectrum of fungal diseases and viruses, significantly reducing the risk of yield loss.
Faxe is versatile and suitable for cultivation using both conventional and intensive methods, achieving maximum yield with optimal application of mineral fertilizers. The variety is characterized by rapid early growth, good tillering, and the ability to form more than 20 stems per plant. The spike, up to 22 cm long, features high grain density and resistance to lodging and grain germination in the spike. The golden-yellow grain contains a high level of gluten—up to 38%—ensuring high-quality flour and suitability for bread production.
Faxe is recommended for cultivation in steppe and forest-steppe zones, showing stable and high yields whether sown as winter or spring wheat, reaching up to 118 ц/га and 92 ц/га respectively. Due to its ecological plasticity and comprehensive resistance to biotic and abiotic stresses, this variety is one of the best choices for farmers aiming to obtain high-quality wheat yields under various climatic conditions.
