Wheat Solomia

Winter wheat variety 'Solomia' is a high-yielding, short-stemmed, and strong intensive-type variety recommended for cultivation in the steppe, forest-steppe, and Polissia zones of Ukraine. The variety is characterized by medium maturity with a vegetation period of about 278-282 days and plant height ranging from 63 to 82 cm. Due to its genetics and proper agronomic practices, 'Solomia' ensures stable production of high-quality grain with yields reaching 58.7 centners per hectare under favorable conditions. The variety exhibits high resistance to various adverse factors, including drought, lodging, shattering, as well as diseases such as powdery mildew, leaf rust, Fusarium head blight, and pests such as the wheat blossom midge and the cereal aphid. The winter hardiness of the variety is above average, allowing successful cultivation under various climatic conditions. 'Solomia' is recommended for intensive cultivation with application of optimal and high doses of mineral fertilizers, which helps maximize the variety's potential. The quality of 'Solomia' grain is highly valued in milling and baking industries. The protein content in the grain ranges from 14.0-15.0%, crude gluten from 28.5-33.1%, and flour strength varies from 327 to 391 arbitrary units. The loaf volume from 100 g of flour reaches 1150-1280 ml, confirming the excellent baking properties of the variety with an overall quality score of 8.2-8.4 points. These characteristics make 'Solomia' an attractive choice for producers focused on obtaining high-quality grain and products derived from it.