Durum durum wheat is a special type of durum wheat (Triticum durum), which combines the properties of spring and winter forms. It has a unique ability to adapt to different sowing times (both in autumn and in spring), which makes it a promising crop for modern agriculture in conditions of climate change.
Main characteristics:
Biological features:
It has a powerful root system that provides resistance to drought.
The stem is strong, resistant to lodging.
The grain is dense, rich in protein (14–16%) and gluten, ideal for the production of high-quality pasta.
Agrotechnical advantages:
Flexibility: the possibility of sowing in autumn (as winter) or in spring (as spring).
Stress resistance: tolerates drought, frost and adverse conditions well.
Yield: depending on the technology, it can be 6–8 t/ha.
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Quality
grains:
Meets high standards for durum wheat:
large grain, high content of carotenoids (yellow shade), optimal technological properties.
Fields of use:
Production of pasta, couscous, bulgur.
Quality
fodder for animals.
Raw materials for the food industry.
Why should you grow durum wheat?
Risk reduction: flexible sowing dates allow you to avoid losses due to adverse weather.
Economic benefit: high demand for durum wheat grain on the world market.
Stability: yield is ensured even on infertile soils.