Published in Scientific Papers. Series A. Agronomy, Vol. LXVII, Issue 1
Written by Simona NIȚĂ, Lucian NIȚĂ, Florin IMBREA, Ioana Alina HÎNDA, Ștefan BĂTRÎNA, Lucian BOTOȘ
The aim of the conducted research is to observe the behavior of various winter wheat cultivars under the influence of both biological and technological factors. In the experiment, five distinct wheat varieties (Glosa, Joker, Apache, Alcantara, and Anapurna) were subjected to analysis. Subsequent to the research, the Joker variety emerged as the most economically viable and resilient cultivar. Despite its higher seed cost and comparatively lower bakery indices, it compensated with a significantly elevated production yield. Key quality indices monitored throughout the experimental cycle include hectoliter mass (MH), protein content, and gluten content. The mean values of hectolitre mass per storage volume obtained for the five exceptionally promising wheat varieties align within the ranges specified in the Official Catalogue of Varieties. Notably, the Glosa variety exhibited the highest protein content at 14.2%, while the Joker variety demonstrated the lowest at 11.6%. Average gluten content values ranged from 20% to 32%. The data presented herein highlight the robust productivity potential of gleic chernozems. Capitalizing on groundwater supply, these soils consistently yield high crop outputs even in periods of drought.
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