As a result of the studies carried out by the General Directorate of Agricultural Research and Policies of the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, drought-resistant rye was produced.
In 2012, the Rye Improvement Project was initiated under the Bahri Dağdaş International Agricultural Research Institute Directorate.
Within the scope of the project, a drought-resistant variety of rye with high adaptability to climate shocks such as bad soil conditions, cold, hot and low precipitation was developed.
An open-pollinated line for the newly produced species was sent to the Central Directorate of Seed Registration and Certification for registration. The registration process is expected to be completed in 2023.
Rye, usually 3-4. It is seen as an important cool-climate grain in order to open high-grade lands to agriculture. The product, which is resistant to bad soil conditions, stands out with its ability to adapt to climate shocks such as cold, hot and low precipitation.
Since most of the rye is consumed by the countries where it is produced, it does not have a large worldwide trade. Turkey is among the top 10 countries in terms of rye production.
While rye is planted on an area of approximately 300 thousand hectares annually in the country, around 300 thousand tons of products are obtained. Most of the rye produced is used as animal feed. In recent years, the product has started to be used in silage production as a green and harvested hay.
Turkey's Seed Coverage Ratio Increased to 94 Percent
Minister of Agriculture and Forestry Vahit Kirişci gave information about new species development and breeding activities.
Stating that they are trying to bring all arable lands into production, Kirişci said that they focus on increasing the use of certified seeds and domestic and national varieties with the slogan 'Let's not leave a single inch of soil unplanted'.
Pointing out that domestic seed is a process job, Kirişci stated that while the rate of meeting Turkey's own seed needs was 2002 percent in 31, it increased to 94 percent. Stressing that it should not be forgotten that the basis of this is the Breeder's Rights Law, Minister Kirişci stated that there is an agricultural sector with a future and a future in Turkey.
Kirişci said, “Seed and technology are intertwined. It has now been seen that it is not enough for the seed sector to operate alone. Multidisciplinary work and the use of technology, in which R&D is also involved, are indispensable in the agricultural sector.” said.
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