Oatmeal Farm Network | Buckwheat Varietals

Varietal Name	Description	Soil Texture	pH Range	Organic Matter	Salinity Level	Hardiness Zone	Humidity
Altai Buckwheat	Named after the Altai Mountains in Central Asia, this variety is prized for its rich flavor and high nutritional content.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Bogatyr Buckwheat	A Russian variety known for large seeds and good yield, often used for flour and groats.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Buckwheat VNS	A variety not otherwise specified (VNS), usually used for cover cropping and soil improvement due to its rapid growth.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Canadian Buckwheat	Grown in the colder regions of Canada, this variety is prized for its high-quality seeds and productivity.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Common Buckwheat	The most widely cultivated variety, known for its quick growing season and use as a grain for food and cover crop.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Early Russian Buckwheat	An early-maturing buckwheat variety developed for shorter growing seasons in northern climates.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Emka Buckwheat	A high-yielding variety developed for central European climates, known for its excellent grain quality.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Fagopyrum Tataricum	The scientific name for Tartary buckwheat, this variety is known for its exceptional resistance to frost and poor soils.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Golden Buckwheat	A rare variety with golden-colored seeds, grown for specialty markets and known for its mild flavor.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Green Buckwheat	A variety harvested when seeds are still green, often used for sprouts or green food products.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Grodno Buckwheat	A high-yielding variety from Belarus, known for its resilience in colder climates and large seeds.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Heirloom Buckwheat	A collection of traditional, open-pollinated varieties passed down through generations, valued for flavor and hardiness.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Hokkaido Buckwheat	A cold-tolerant variety developed in Japan, well-known for its use in premium soba noodles.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Hybrid Buckwheat	A variety bred for increased yield and resilience to disease, used in grain production and cover cropping.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Indian Buckwheat	A variety grown in warmer climates in India, where buckwheat is used both for food and traditional medicines.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Japanese Buckwheat	A variety that produces larger seeds and is preferred for making soba noodles in Japan.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Kashmir Buckwheat	A smaller-seed buckwheat variety grown in the Himalayan region, known for its adaptability to high altitudes.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Kharkiv Buckwheat	A Ukrainian variety known for its drought tolerance and adaptability to poor soils.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Koto Buckwheat	A buckwheat variety developed in Japan, known for its larger seeds and suitability for soba noodle production.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Lileja Buckwheat	A high-yield variety from Eastern Europe, commonly used for flour and groats, particularly in Poland and Ukraine.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Mancan Buckwheat	An early maturing variety commonly grown in North America, known for high yields and strong adaptability.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Mancan VNS Buckwheat	A variation of Mancan buckwheat, improved for even higher yields and better disease resistance.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Ningxia Buckwheat	A Chinese variety known for its adaptability to arid environments and medicinal use due to high antioxidant content.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Organic Buckwheat	Buckwheat varieties specifically grown using organic methods, with a focus on soil health and sustainability.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Perennial Buckwheat	A type of buckwheat that persists through multiple growing seasons, primarily used for cover cropping and soil health.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Prygun Buckwheat	A variety known for early flowering and quick maturation, commonly grown in Ukraine.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Red-Flowered Buckwheat	A variety with red flowers that attract pollinators, often grown as an ornamental or cover crop.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Russian Red Buckwheat	An heirloom variety with a distinctive reddish hue, often used for flour production.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Silverhull Buckwheat	A high-yielding buckwheat variety with shiny, silver-gray seeds, often used for flour production.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Tartary Buckwheat	A hardy species grown in colder climates, often used for medicinal purposes and as a health food due to its high rutin content.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Ukrainian Grey Buckwheat	A regional variety known for its greyish seeds, commonly grown in Eastern Europe for flour and groats.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Valley Buckwheat	A variety bred for adaptability to lowland areas, with high yields and good disease resistance.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Vega Buckwheat	A variety bred for grain production, known for its excellent grain size and milling properties.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate
Vladimir Buckwheat	A variety popular in Eastern Europe, particularly in Russia, grown for its cold-hardiness and productivity.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	4 - 8	7A	Moderate