Ukraine 96

Technical Profile and Yield Potential

The «Ukraine 96» rice variety, developed through a collaborative effort between the Institute of Rice of the NAAS and the Central Institute of Innovative Agricultural Technologies, is specifically engineered for the milling industry. Its primary technical focus lies in maximizing the yield of whole-grain kernels and maintaining consistent morphological standards essential for modern commercial processing.

Agrobiological Traits and Field Resilience

A critical engineering advantage of this variety is its genetic resistance to rice blast (Pyricularia oryzae). By inherently limiting the prevalence of this major pathogen, the variety reduces the dependency on chemical fungicides and decreases production risks. With a vegetation period of 110–115 days, «Ukraine 96» is categorized as a mid-early variety, facilitating efficient scheduling for irrigation cycles and harvest operations.

• Yield Capacity: The variety consistently delivers between 70–85 quintals per hectare, provided that irrigation management protocols are strictly followed.
• Grain Characteristics: A medium-grain type with white coloring, the endosperm structure is optimized for milling efficiency, minimizing breakage rates during the dehulling and polishing processes.

In field applications, «Ukraine 96» shows strong responsiveness to nitrogen fertilization but requires rigorous control of the water regime during critical development phases, specifically tillering and panicle emergence. For agricultural enterprises, this variety serves as a stable, high-performance solution for producing quality commercial rice with predictable milling outputs.