Survey of Czech Breeding Methods, Development of the New Czech Flax (Linum usitatissimum L.)Variety Venica-The Way of Breeding and Agronomical Properties of Flax and Linseed Cultivars Registered in the Czech Republic

Abstract

The paper presents the main goals, trends, and methods of flax and linseed breeding carried out in the Czech Republic. The list of registered flax and linseed varieties accompanied by their agronomical characteristics is presented. The breeding method of the last registered flax variety Venica, as well as its agronomical properties, are described.

Key Words:

• Linum usitatissimum L.
• breeding goals
• methods
• registered varieties
• agronomical properties
• new variety Venica