Wheat Kontinent

Winter wheat variety Continental is a medium-early soft wheat variety recommended for cultivation in forest-steppe and steppe zones. Plant height is approximately 73-87 cm, providing good resistance to lodging. The variety is characterized by high yield, reaching up to 8.9 tons per hectare, and high protein content in grain — around 15.4%. Thousand-grain weight varies within the range of 42.8-43.2 grams, indicating high grain quality suitable for various food and industrial purposes. Continental exhibits resistance to a wide range of diseases, including root rot, septoria, fusarium, brown and yellow rust, powdery mildew, and fusarium. In addition, the variety demonstrates cold and drought resistance, making it a reliable choice for various climatic conditions. Sowing rate is 4.5-5.0 million germinating seeds per hectare, promoting optimal plant development and maximum yield. Continental wheat is widely used in the food industry for bread, biscuits, and cakes, and also used for feed purposes due to its high energy content. To achieve maximum yield, proper crop care is essential, including timely fertilizer application with adequate nitrogen at various growth stages. This comprehensive approach enables the full potential of the variety to be realized, yielding high-quality and stable harvests.