Tarasovskaya 70 is a variety of winter soft wheat intended for cultivation in various climatic conditions, including arid regions. It is distinguished by high resistance to drought, heat, and frost, making it adaptive to the limiting factors of the cultivation zone. The variety has medium winter hardiness, high frost resistance, and resistance to viral diseases, as well as weak susceptibility to snow mold and yellow rust. The plants are of medium height, ranging from 72 to 101 cm, form a dense tillering and productive bushiness, which contributes to high yield.
The variety belongs to the semi-intensive type and is characterized by wide ecological plasticity, stability when cultivated on different predecessors, and excellent milling and baking qualities. The ear is cylindrical of medium density, 9-10 cm in length, with short awns and weak waxy bloom. The grain is red, egg-shaped, highly vitreous, and of medium size, with a mass of 1000 grains from 33 to 42 grams. Protein content in the grain is 14.0-16.5 %, gluten - 27.3-36 %, which ensures high flour and bread quality. Baking properties indicators include flour strength of 343 units, dough elasticity of 78 mm, and bread volume from 780 to 1015 ml.
The yield of the Tarasovskaya 70 variety in the Rostov region reaches on average 36.4-36.5 c/ha, with maximum values up to 76.4 c/ha and realized yield up to 91 c/ha. The variety is resistant to lodging at a medium level and has high resistance to waterlogging and stem rot. Thanks to its characteristics and adaptability, Tarasovskaya 70 is a reliable choice for farmers seeking to obtain a stable and high-quality wheat harvest in various agro-climatic conditions.
