Wheat seeds
WHEAT SEEDS
Wheat is one of the most famous and widespread representatives of cereals, which has been cultivated by man for hundreds of years. Wheat seeds can be used in a variety of fields, from baking to pharmaceuticals and medicine.
There are dozens of varieties of this cereal, each of which differs in its characteristics – yield, moisture requirements, starch, gluten and more. Those who are going to buy wheat seeds, need to understand the varieties of this cereal, which grow better or worse in a particular climate and can, if necessary, tolerate even harsh winter conditions.
The price of wheat seeds is determined by many factors, one of the key nuances is the variety of the plant. According to him, all wheat is divided into two main categories and one subgroup:
- Hard varieties
The key feature of this category is the high content of protein components, as well as the presence of starch in the grain. Hard varieties are characterized by high gluten content in the grain, it is the seeds of cereals have some “transparency”.
Flour made from durum wheat absorbs a lot of water, which must be taken into account in production processes. Durum varieties are winter or spring wheat, which is mainly used for the production of semolina, wheat, spaghetti, Italian pasta, flour and other semi-finished products.
- Soft varieties
The main difference from the above option is the lower content of protein components and gluten. Flour made from such wheat differs in crumbliness due to a lower percentage of gluten. Flour is used for baking a variety of bakery products, confectionery and muffins.
- Durum wheat
This is a separate subclass, which is a variation of durum wheat. It is characterized by extremely high concentrations of gluten. Durum cereals have dark seeds and are used to produce premium pasta and pasta, confectionery, bread and so on.
In Ukraine, different wheat is used for planting, regardless of which variety it belongs to. The main difference is the category:
- spring (planted in early spring);
- winter (planted in late autumn).
On our site you can always find options for different varieties that interest you, to navigate in which you will always be helped by experienced consultants.
CLASSIFICATION OF WHEAT
Different varieties of wheat can be classified according to different indicators, one of which is the sowing period. These cereals can be planted in the spring, for example, but the seeds must have the necessary frost resistance to ensure good yields even at zero temperature in the first days of field work.
Frost-resistant varieties tolerate low temperatures to minus. At the same time for good maturation they need about 11-12 degrees. Undemanding to heat is an important advantage of this type of wheat, but it is also necessary to provide conditions for growth.
Good yields are achieved only in properly cultivated and prepared fields, free of weeds and abundantly fertilized soils. It should be understood that the root system of spring wheat is not so well developed, so the seedlings may be uneven.
Vegetation processes take from 3 to 4 months – it depends on the variety of the plant. If you are going to plant spring seeds in the soil, do not procrastinate with this process, otherwise you can not count on a good harvest in the future.
Winter wheat seeds are planted in autumn. These varieties in our country are most often used due to climate and soil. The cost of seeds is largely determined by their variety, and they may have different growing seasons – short or long.
It is worth noting that winter varieties are guaranteed to provide better yields if planted in chernozems and other “rich” soils. According to the technology, these grains should be planted in early or mid-autumn, and the harvest itself is usually harvested in mid-summer. If you compare winter and spring varieties, in the first case you get increased resistance of wheat to biological factors (weeds, pests), and you can count on a bountiful harvest.
The price of winter varieties is largely determined by the manufacturer’s prices, but on our website you can always choose the option with the best value for money, quality and yield.
WHAT IS BETTER TO GROW IN DIFFERENT REGIONS OF UKRAINE
If we talk about the eastern and southern regions of our country, it is mostly steppe regions. Professional local farmers prefer to buy sowing wheat exclusively for winter varieties. This is not surprising, because such varieties are characterized by great “flexibility” and “plasticity” in relation to the sowing period.
Although the cost of winter wheat seeds may be higher, this disadvantage is offset by a significant advantage. The fact is that such varieties of cereals are often planted after the late harvest of other crops. In addition, they take root well even in adverse weather conditions (rain, frost on the ground).
The cost of winter wheat seeds determines the main characteristics of the crop, such as:
- crop capacity;
- drought resistance;
- resistance to frost (with little or no snow cover).
As for the recommendations for species that are ideal for the southern and eastern regions of our country, it is the seeds of wheat Prairie 109 (Canada) or its closest analogue Reno. Ukrainian analogues are Shestypalivka, seeds of Bohdan and Smuhlyanka varieties. In addition, we can recommend good domestic developments with excellent frost-resistant properties – Antonovka, Niva Odesa, Kuyalnik.
Recently grown Ukrainian varieties of cereals such as Nasnaga or Zysk can boast of high yields: at least 12 tons are usually harvested from one hectare. If you are only interested in foreign sowing material, but you do not want to buy Canadian wheat, pay attention to the premium variety Balaton.
As for the western, central and northern regions of our country, these are mainly forest-steppe zones. Here you can collect quite large harvests, if you use modern tillage technologies and choose the right varieties of winter wheat.
The key factors that require your attention are generally identical to the first regions considered. These are frost resistance, resistance to pests and weeds, resistance to grain scattering. The last nuance is very important, because often the harvest coincides with the beginning of the rainy season.
How to buy durum wheat seeds for planting? First of all, you can consider the traditional version with Canadian varieties such as Quebec or Reno. Other options are no worse – you can buy Samurai wheat seeds from the German manufacturer KVS, for example, as well as varieties such as:
- Lennox;
- Mulan;
- Cubus.
The Colonia variety from the producer Limagrain, and also HC40C from Serbia shows well in our conditions. Do you want to choose from the domestic range of sowing material? No problem! Such varieties as Smuglyanka, Podolyanka, Favoritka, Astara show excellent yields.
If the soil on which you will grow your crop does not differ in rich composition or you plan to at least limit the use of fertilizers, pay attention to varieties such as Bogdan or Zolotokolos.
POPULAR DOMESTIC AND IMPORTED WHEAT VARIETIES
Undoubtedly, Ukrainian breeders have made a huge step over the last few years, often winning the competition from many recognized imported producers. Today you can choose from dozens of domestic varieties, each of which has its own characteristics and advantages.
For each region, you can choose the optimal variety with maximum yield, resistance to pests and frosts. For example, in regions with minimal rainfall, it is better to plant Shestopalivka. If you plan to plant cereals too late, choose the Smuglyanka variety.
These two varieties, as well as a novelty – Odesa 267 can be recommended for the southern steppe regions. If the amount of precipitation is acceptable, we pay attention to such varieties as Bogdana, Smuglyanka, Favoritka, Astara. Are the fields not rich in nutrients? Make a choice in favor of the unpretentious Podolyanka or Myronivska 65.
If you prefer to buy German wheat seeds or choose Canadian seed material that has a proven high yield in all conditions, you can choose varieties such as Prairie 109, Quebec 117 or Reno.
If you follow the manufacturer’s recommended soil preparation technology and plant the material in the specified time, high yields are guaranteed. However, even changes in climatic conditions do not have much effect on the final result of yield per hectare.
You can buy wheat seeds from other proven manufacturers. Very popular varieties of Bohemia from the Czech Republic, Colony from the brand Limagrain, as well as Lenox (Germany).
MODERN GROWING TECHNOLOGIES
To obtain the desired result in the form of a decent harvest, it is necessary to strictly follow the recommended technology of growing wheat seeds. Conventionally used by different farmers and farms technologies can be divided into two groups:
- intensive;
- extensive.
In the first case, it is necessary to clearly follow certain steps – to use the full set of necessary fertilizers in sufficient quantities, to control pests and weeds. This sometimes requires a significant investment, but what to do when your goal is the richest harvest per hectare!
The main advantage of intensive cultivation technology is the quality of grain, as well as high yields. The main disadvantage is the need for constant additional costs for tillage, control of biological factors.
What are the features of extensive technology? Here the necessary yield “profitability” comes to the fore. Fertilizers are used at a minimum, and pesticides are actively used to control weeds. This technology shows itself well in regions of “risky agriculture”.
These can be areas with minimal rainfall, acid soils, soils with high sand content, and so on. Complex soils are simply not able to ensure a consistently high yield even with the use of effective fertilizers, so profitability remains the main condition.
The advantages of this technology are clear: minimal investment per hectare of crops, as well as less time for processing. The disadvantage is obvious – lower yields compared to intensive technology. What wheat seeds to buy for extensive technology?
In this situation, preference should be given to options that are highly resistant to adverse external factors, as well as to the conditions in which they will be grown. Yield and potential are not particularly important parameters here, because the main thing is to ensure seed survival and achieve profitability after harvest.
WHEAT - ONE OF THE MAIN CROPS IN DOMESTIC CONDITIONS
The price of both winter and spring wheat seeds in our company is always affordable, because it is quite profitable to grow this crop in our country. How is this explained? Cereals in general and wheat in particular have been traditionally grown in Ukraine for hundreds of years.
Grains are used both in the domestic market for the needs of the population and industry, and are exported. Wheat has a stable and constant demand, regardless of political demand and economic situation: every family buys bread or bakery products baked from wheat flour every day.
The price of wheat is also stable, so many farms set aside the main agricultural land for crops. Wheat cultivation is characterized by minimal risks, in addition, these cereals are considered well compatible with other important crops.
The only problem you will face during the first cultivation is the right choice of the right variety. Currently, you can use more than one and a half hundred varieties of wheat, which are doing well in the domestic realities.
Choosing the right variety for your growing conditions and climate zone can be a challenge. Fortunately, there is a solution – with our help you can always count on the best result and the highest yield!
Our specialists are experts and professionals in the field of agriculture, so we are always ready to answer any question, from yield to planting requirements. This saves you time and nerves, ensuring that expectations and realities are met after the harvest.
Remember that the price of wheat seeds can vary significantly. The most expensive varieties are not always the best for your conditions, even if you have enough money. It is necessary to determine the type of soil, discuss climatic conditions, the planned yield per hectare, after which experts can recommend the best option for each situation.