IMPROVEMENT OF WHEAT PRODUCTION FOR THE GOAL OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND VILLAGES

To achieve high and stable yields of wheat, as well as good grain quality, a careful selection of varieties in accordance with climatic conditions and the application of appropriate agricultural techniques is necessary. The average yields of wheat for the last 10 years in the main production areas of Serbia range from 4.5-8.0 t/ha. Wheat production in Serbia largely depends on external environmental factors. The average yields of winter wheat grains in our country and the fertility potential of cultivated varieties differ significantly, especially in the hilly and mountainous regions of Serbia. Successful and stable wheat production requires the synergy of a high-yielding variety, optimal agroecological conditions, the application of modern agrotechnical measures and crop protection. A high and stable yield must be economically justified, which, with respect for varietal agricultural techniques and with favorable agro-climatic conditions, can be achieved. Increasing yields and improving the quality of production contributes to the economic development of agriculture and villages, bearing in mind the dependence on market price movements.

KEYWORDS / КЉУЧНЕ РЕЧИ: 

Wheat production, agroclimatic conditions, agrotechnics, yields, prices

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