Variety traits

Maturity group — faba bean

Vicia faba L. var. major Harz

There is no strictly fixed classification of maturity groups for faba beans, therefore ripening periods are estimated by the duration of the growing season in days from emergence to the phases of technical or full biological maturity.

In the reference 37 varieties crop Broad bean, where this is mentioned in the description.

In agronomic practice, varieties are conventionally divided into early-maturing (about 60–65 days from emergence), mid-maturing (70–90 days), and late-maturing (95–110 days or more). These values are subject to significant fluctuations depending on the climatic zone of cultivation, which determines the temperature regime and moisture availability during critical phases of crop development.

Selecting a variety based on ripening time is crucial for establishing a green grain production schedule and preventing crop over-ripening. Timely harvesting at the stage of technical maturity is necessary to maintain market quality, as delay results in the loss of grain tenderness, starch accumulation, and pod discoloration.

General information about the subject — on the page Maturity group.

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Varieties of Broad bean mentioned in the description

Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.