Variety origin is understood as the aggregate of data on parental lines, breeding methods, and the location where the variety was created. This trait manifests in the plant's ability to adapt to local stress factors, such as drought or specific temperature conditions characteristic of the breeding region.
This trait is not measured quantitatively; however, it is evaluated within the framework of state variety testing by comparing the variety with a regionalized standard. The assessment is conducted in various soil and climatic zones, which allows for identifying the stability and plasticity of the variety when changing growing conditions.
The resistance and efficiency of a variety depend on how well its origin corresponds to the farm's agro-climatic zone. An important aspect is the distinction between varieties suitable for propagation and F1 hybrids, which require annual seed procurement, as well as the breeder's reputation, which guarantees seed purity.