Wheat KHABAROVCHANKA

Khaborovchanka is a soft spring wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) variety intended for cultivation in the Far Eastern region of Russia, including the Primorye Krai and Amur Oblast. It is a medium-to-late maturity variety with dwarf or medium-height plants, possessing good resistance to shattering and seed germination in the spike, which facilitates combine harvesting. The average yield of the variety in the region ranges from 25.5 to 30.6 c/ha, indicating its high productivity in local agro-climatic conditions.

The grain of the Khaborovchanka variety is distinguished by high technological and baking qualities, making it attractive to the bakery industry. Plants exhibit resistance to lodging, exceeding standard varieties in this indicator, which contributes to crop preservation and grain quality improvement. However, the variety is moderately resistant to powdery and hard head smut, susceptible to septoria, and strongly susceptible to root rots, brown rust, and powdery mildew. Moderate susceptibility is noted to damage from the carrot fly.

Thus, Khaborovchanka is a promising soft spring wheat variety with good yield and grain quality, adapted to Far Eastern conditions. It is recommended for use in regional agronomy technologies considering measures to protect against fungal diseases and pests to ensure a stable and quality harvest.