Wheat Selenana

Selenana — a high-yield, universal-purpose wheat variety recommended for cultivation in all agroclimatic zones of the country. It is characterized by high adaptability, ensuring stable yields under changing ecological and agronomic conditions. The average yield of this variety is about 8.9 t/ha, with maximum yields reaching 10.23 t/ha in the forest-steppe zone. The vegetation period lasts 278-283 days, enabling the variety to successfully develop under various climatic conditions.

The variety exhibits high winter hardiness (up to -19°C), drought and heat tolerance, confirmed by ratings of 7-9 points for these traits. It is resistant to major wheat diseases, including head septoria, powdery mildew, and rust. Plants have a height of 96-110 cm with a semi-upright plant habit and cylindrical awned spikes 9-10 cm long. The grain is red-colored, medium-sized, with a 1000-grain weight ranging from 37.6 to 43.5 g.

The quality of Selenana wheat is high: gluten content ranges from 28.3-33.1%, protein content from 13.0-14.2%, flour strength reaches 286-334 arbitrary units, and bread volume is 1480-1540 cm³. These characteristics make the variety attractive for the baking industry, ensuring high-quality products. Due to its features and resistance, Selenana is a reliable choice for farmers aiming to achieve a stable and high-quality wheat harvest.