Guizotia abyssinica seed yield and oil quality under conditions of the central steppe of the Crimea
Journal: TAURIDA HERALD OF THE AGRARIAN SCIENCES
Year: 2021

Guizotia abyssinica or niger is an oilseed crop that belongs to the family of Asteraceae, which is cultivated in Ethiopia and India. This crop is environmentally modifiable and does not greatly depend on soil and climatic conditions. The aforementioned peculiarities, as well as the achievements of Russian breeders, inspired scientists to study Guizotia abyssinica in various regions of the country. The aim of the research was to assess the possibility of cultivating Guizotia abyssinica for seeds