Wheat Ostoja

Wheat variety Ostoja is a high-yielding winter type, distinguished by high adaptability to various climatic and soil conditions. This variety is recommended for cultivation in different regions, including the Forest Steppe and Polесьe, and tolerates adverse environmental factors such as drought, low temperatures, and high humidity. The plant exhibits resistance to lodging and shattering of grain, which is particularly important for late harvest. Plant height reaches 104-112 cm, the ear has a spindle shape, and the thousand-grain weight is 42-44 g. Variety Ostoja is characterized by high resistance to diseases, including brown rust, powdery mildew, leaf spots, and Fusarium ear rot. This ensures crop safety and stable yields. Wheat possesses high frost and heat tolerance, allowing successful cultivation under various climatic conditions. The potential yield of this variety ranges from 7.8 to 11.9 tons per hectare, making it attractive for intensive cultivation techniques, including irrigation and application of mineral fertilizers. The grain of variety Ostoja has high quality: protein content varies from 12.7 to 14.5%, and fiber and crude gluten content reach 29-34%. This provides good baking properties and classifies the variety as strong wheat. Due to its biological features and high technological characteristics, wheat Ostoja is suitable for cultivation both under conventional and intensive agronomic conditions, ensuring stable and high yields.