Tamara

The Tamara hard spring wheat variety is a medium-maturing type intended for cultivation in various regions, including the Lower Volga region and Saratov Oblast. The vegetation period ranges from 70 to 79 days, allowing for harvest at optimal times. The weight of 1000 grains varies from 35 to 48 grams; the grain is elongated, large, and amber in color, indicating high-quality raw materials. The variety is distinguished by high yield, which can exceed 4 tonnes per hectare, as well as resistance to powdery bunt and other diseases, reducing the need for fungicides.

Tamara has excellent pasta-making qualities, making it in demand for the production of pasta and baby food. High content of carotenoid pigments up to 796 mcg/% ensures an attractive color and nutritional value of the product. The gluten index reaches 90 units, and grain vitreosity is about 97%, guaranteeing high-quality flour and semolina. The color and quality rating of pasta products from this variety reaches maximum values, confirming its export potential.

Moreover, the Tamara variety is characterized by resistance to various adverse factors, including septoria, viral infections, powdery mildew, as well as lodging, shedding, and drought. These properties make it a reliable choice for intensive cultivation technologies under various climatic conditions. Thanks to its unique characteristics and high adaptability, Tamara is a promising hard spring wheat variety for producing quality grain and products from it.