T 12

T 12 Spring Barley: Efficiency and Durability

Developed by the Federal Research Center for Biological Systems and Agrotechnologies (RAS), the T 12 variety represents a robust, four-row spring barley designed for intensive farming systems. Its primary market advantage lies in its short vegetation period of 80–90 days, making it an ideal candidate for regions susceptible to early summer droughts or as a reliable entry in crop rotation schemes.

Disease Resistance and Field Performance

The variety is widely recognized for its genetic resilience against common pathogens. T 12 shows a high tolerance to Helminthosporium leaf spot and various root rots, which reduces reliance on extensive fungicide applications. Furthermore, its resistance to covered smut ensures higher yield stability and better grain quality even under challenging environmental conditions.

Yield Potential

Grain development is a strong asset of this variety. The thousand-seed weight consistently ranges between 46 and 52 grams, reflecting superior kernel filling and high overall productivity of the ear. This makes T 12 a preferred choice for both food production and the fodder industry.

• Type: Spring barley, four-row.
• Vegetation period: 80–90 days.
• Resistance profile: High tolerance to rots and smut.
• Breeder: FRC for Biological Systems and Agrotechnologies (Russia).